Abuja, Nigeria – (African Boulevard News) – The Nigerian U17 team, also known as the Golden Eaglets, continue their quest for a third U17 Africa Cup of Nations title as they face off against the Atlas Lions of Morocco. The two teams will clash in the semi-finals of the tournament, and football fans across the world are eagerly anticipating the match.
The semi-final match between Nigeria and Morocco is scheduled for Saturday, May 14th, 2023 at 4 pm WAT (West African Time) at the Stade Municipal de Nouadhibou in Mauritania. Nigerian fans can catch the game live on SuperSport channels, while Moroccans can watch on Arryadia TV. For those who cannot access these channels, the match will be available to stream on the streaming platform, DStv Now.
The Golden Eaglets are favorites to win the fixture, having won two previous AFCON titles in 2001 and 2007. They are also unbeaten in the tournament so far, having won all three of their group stage games and the subsequent quarter-final match against Uganda. The team has been impressive, scoring 11 goals and keeping three clean sheets so far.
Morocco, on the other hand, qualified for the semi-finals after finishing second in their group behind Cameroon. They then went on to beat Tunisia in the quarter-finals in a closely fought battle that ended in a 1-0 win for the Atlas Lions. The team is looking to upset the odds and secure their first-ever U17 AFCON title.
Speaking ahead of the game, Golden Eaglets coach, Fatai Amoo, emphasized the importance of staying focused and not underestimating their opponents. He said, “Morocco is a good team, and we cannot afford to take them lightly. We have to be at our best and avoid complacency if we want to win the match and reach the final.”
In conclusion, all eyes will be on the Nigerian U-17 team as they take on their Moroccan counterparts in the semi-finals of the U17 Africa Cup of Nations. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for a place in the final. Fans across the world are eagerly anticipating the game, and it is sure to be an unforgettable experience for all involved.
