Historic victory, the Lionceaux win the African School Football Championship for the first time

Author: senenews.comPublished on: April 10, 2026Country: Senegal

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Historic victory, the Lionceaux win the African School Football Championship for the first time

The Lionceaux won the U15 African School Football Championship for the first time in their history by defeating Uganda in an intense final at the Harare stadium in Zimbabwe. This title marks a historic moment for the Senegalese team, which stood out throughout the competition.

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