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Senegal Crowned TotalEnergies CAF U-17 AFCON Champions After Penalty Shootout Win Over Tanzania

Senegal have been crowned champions of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Tanzania in a tense final decided by penalties in Rabat, Morocco. The match ended 1–1 after regulation time before the Young Lions of Teranga held their nerve in the shootout to secure continental glory.

Tanzania struck first in the final, taking an early lead through a well-taken goal that lifted hopes of a historic first title. However, Senegal responded strongly, dominating possession and eventually finding the equalizer in the second half to force the game into extra time and later penalties.

In the shootout, Senegal showed composure and experience, converting crucial kicks while Tanzania faltered under pressure. The victory adds another youth title to Senegal’s growing reputation as one of Africa’s most successful football development nations.

The triumph also reinforces Senegal’s consistency at youth level, following strong performances in recent CAF tournaments, while Tanzania will take pride in their impressive run to a first-ever U-17 AFCON final.