Africa's Young Guns Ready to Shine as U20 Cup of Nations Kicks Off Today in Egypt

Apr 27, 2025 - 16:45

Cairo, Egypt - 27 April, 2025 - The TotalEnergies CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 is set to kick off today in Egypt, featuring top young talents from across the continent.

The tournament, which runs until May 18, will see 12 teams competing for the coveted title.

In the opening matches, Zambia takes on Sierra Leone at 6pm local time, while host nation Egypt faces South Africa at 9pm local time in Group A.

Ghana, meanwhile, will make its tournament debut on May 2 against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group C, where defending champions Senegal will also be looking to make a strong impression against Central African Republic.

The tournament promises to be an exciting showcase of emerging football stars, with teams vying for a chance to lift the trophy. With a packed schedule and thrilling matchups, football fans are in for a treat as the best young players in Africa take to the pitch.

Find the full schedule below.