2026 U-17 AFCON: Cameroon Making Final Touches

The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 promises to be a thrilling showcase of Africa's rising young talents, running from May 13 to June 2, 2026, at the stateof- the-art Mohammed VI Complex in Rabat. With kick-off just weeks away, all 16 competing nations are in high gear, sharpening strategies and building team cohesion for a shot at continental glory. Cameroon, as one of the qualified teams, is no exception. The Cadet Lions have entered a rigorous final preparation week in Yaounde since Sunday April 19, 2026. The Cameroon Football Federation has implemented strict eligibility protocols, including mandatory Magnetic Resonance Imaging (IRM) tests to ensure that all summoned players meet age requirements and are cleared for action. Yesterday, April 22, 2026, the squad was programmed to play two closed-door evaluation matches, giving Coach Saïdou Alioum a prime opportunity to assess individual performances, tactical setups, and overall fitness in match scenarios. These sessions, including past exercises, have been invaluable, allowing the technical staff to identify strengths, iron out weaknesses before departure for the tournament. It should be recalled that Cameroon sits in Group B alongside Côte d’Ivoire, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The standout fixture; Cameroon versus Côte d’Ivoire; is already generating massive buzz, pitting two historic powerhouses and fo...