The Kenya National U20 Boys Team, the Rising Stars, is set to make its maiden appearance at the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after being drawn in Group C alongside Senegal, Zambia, and Sierra Leone.
The draw was conducted on February 13, 2025, at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. Kenya was placed in Pot 2 before being grouped in what promises to be a highly competitive pool.
2025 U20 AFCON Groups
Group A: Côte d’Ivoire, UNIFACC 2, DR Congo, Ghana, Tanzania
Group B: Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, Morocco
Group C: Senegal, Zambia, Kenya, Sierra Leone
Tournament Details
The 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations will be held in Côte d’Ivoire from 26th April to 18th May, 2025.
A Historic Moment for Kenya
This marks a historic milestone for the Rising Stars, who will be looking to make an impact in their first-ever U20 AFCON appearance. However, they face a tough challenge in Group C:
Senegal – One of Africa’s strongest youth teams and a top title contender
Zambia – A former U20 AFCON champion with a solid footballing history
Sierra Leone – An emerging force in African youth football
What’s Next for the Rising Stars?
With just over two months to prepare, the team will be focusing on training camps, friendly matches, and tactical preparations to compete at the highest level.
The top teams from each group will advance to the knockout stage, and Kenya will be hoping to defy the odds and make a strong debut on the continental stage.
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