U17 WAFU Zone B: Nigeria, Ghana know opponents following draw ceremony

Published on: 19 April 2024

The U17 WAFU Zone B tournament draw was made public today in Ivory Coast, setting the stage for an exciting display of young talent and with two of the game's biggest teams, Ghana and Nigeria, leading the way, excitement among supporters and analysts alike is already building to a fever pitch, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The competing clubs learned their fate in a draw ceremony held at the Ivorian Football Federation offices in Abidjan, laying the stage for what looks to be an exciting match.

The host country, Ghana, was drawn into Group A with bitter competitors, Benin and Ivory Coast.

Group B is led by Nigeria, the reigning champions, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Togo.

The competition, which is set to take place in Accra from May 15 to May 28, offers football fans a spectacle like no other.

The U17 WAFU Zone B tournament is expected to enthrall spectators and motivate a new wave of football fans around the continent, as young talents eagerly want to establish themselves on the global scene.

All eyes are on Ghana and Nigeria as they get ready to show off their skill, tenacity, and love for the beautiful game as the countdown to kickoff gets underway.

The WAFU U17 Tournament will act as a qualifying event for the 2025 U17 AFCON Tournament.

By Olaleye Oluwadamilola

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