Tanzania responded strongly and showed great determination throughout the contest. Their persistence eventually paid off in the 64th minute when Hamis Chenga scored the equaliser to bring the East Africans back into the game and set up a tense finish.
Despite several chances from both sides, neither team could find a winning goal in regulation time, forcing the final into a dramatic penalty shootout.
Senegal held their nerve from the spot, converting all four of their penalties, while Tanzania missed two crucial kicks as the West African giants secured a 4-2 shootout victory.
Penalty Shootout Result:
Senegal: ✅✅✅✅
Tanzania: ✅✅❌❌
The victory marks Senegal’s second U-17 AFCON title, further confirming their growing dominance in African youth football. Remarkably, the triumph also came on Moroccan soil once again, adding another memorable chapter to Senegal’s football history.
Tanzania, despite the heartbreaking defeat, earned praise for their outstanding campaign and fearless performances throughout the tournament. Their journey to the final captured the attention of football fans across Africa and highlighted the country’s bright future in youth football.
Senegal’s latest success continues the nation’s impressive rise across African football competitions, with the country consistently producing talented young stars capable of competing at the highest level.
The final in Morocco showcased the incredible quality, passion, and future potential of African football, leaving fans excited for the next generation of stars emerging from the continent.