The stage is set for the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), and Ghana’s U-20 national team, the Black Satellites, have been drawn into a challenging Group C alongside Senegal, DR Congo, and the Central African Republic.
The tournament, scheduled to take place in Egypt from April 27 to May 18, promises to showcase some of the finest young talent from across the continent. With 12 nations competing for the prestigious title and a place at the FIFA U-20 World Cup, the group stage draw has set the tone for a thrilling competition.
Group A
Host nation Egypt headlines Group A, joined by Zambia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, and Tanzania. The group is a mix of tournament veterans and emerging forces, with the Pharaohs expected to have strong home support behind them. South Africa and Zambia bring experience and attacking quality, while Sierra Leone and Tanzania will look to surprise their more established opponents.
Group B
Nigeria, the most successful sides in the tournament’s history with seven trophies, leads Group B, which also features Tunisia, Kenya, and Morocco. This group boasts strong North and West African representation, setting up fascinating tactical battles. Nigeria’s pedigree makes them early favorites, but Tunisia and Morocco have the capability to cause upsets, while Kenya will be eager to prove their mettle.
Group C
Ghana finds itself in a competitive Group C with defending champions Senegal, rising force DR Congo, and underdog Central African Republic. With Ghana aiming to add a fifth title to their collection, they face tough opposition in Senegal, who are looking to defend their crown, while DR Congo and CAR are determined to make deep runs of their own.
