Lusaka, Zambia – (African Boulevard News) – The TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is underway, and Zambia’s head coach, Ian Bakala, is upbeat despite his side losing the opening match. The young Chipolopolo Boys went down to a single goal in their match against Cameroon, but Bakala remains optimistic that his team is still in contention.
Bakala was full of praise for his team’s performance in the match and highlighted the positives, saying, “We played a good game despite the loss, and I’m proud of the boys. We have learned from our mistakes, and we are looking forward to our next match.”
While the loss was a setback, Bakala believes his team can bounce back, and he is confident they will improve in their next match. “We know we can do better, and we will work on our weaknesses before our next game. We have the talent and the determination to go all the way in this tournament.”
Despite the disappointment, the young Chipolopolo Boys have a chance to make amends in their next match against Morocco, where they will be looking to get their first points on the board.
The TotalEnergies U17 AFCON is a crucial tournament for young African players, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills and potentially earn a move abroad. The tournament is also an important scouting ground for the top European clubs, who are always on the lookout for the next big thing.
In conclusion, Ian Bakala remains optimistic that his side can still make an impact in the TotalEnergies U17 AFCON despite losing their opening match. The young Chipolopolo Boys have shown plenty of promise, and with their coach’s guidance, they will be looking to make an impact in the tournament. It’s still early days, and anything can happen in the rest of the tournament.
