The Uganda U17 men’s national team, the Cubs, continue their preparations for the TotalEnergies U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Finals with an international friendly against Cameroon today in Morocco.
The match, scheduled for 5 PM local time (8 PM EAT), serves as a crucial test for the Cubs ahead of their tournament opener against hosts Morocco.
Following a narrow 3-2 defeat to Burkina Faso in their previous friendly, the Cubs will be keen to fine-tune their tactics and address defensive lapses before the continental showdown.
Head coach Brian Ssenyondo remains optimistic about his squad’s progress, emphasizing the importance of these warm-up games in building cohesion and confidence.
The Cubs will kick off their AFCON campaign on Sunday night against Morocco, with the game set for 10 PM local time (1 AM EAT, Monday).
Facing the tournament hosts in the opening match presents a tough challenge, but Uganda is determined to make a strong start in their quest for World Cup qualification.
With today’s friendly against Cameroon providing another opportunity to assess their readiness, the Cubs will aim for a solid performance as they continue their final preparations in Morocco.
