Sports 20 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Uganda's Teen Cranes Crush Opponents 6-1 to Face Kenya in World Cup Qualifier
Uganda's U-17 national football team, the Teen Cranes, advanced to the second round of the 2025 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations qualifiers after a dominant 6-1 victory. They are set to meet regional rivals Kenya in the next stage of the road to Morocco. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/teen-cranes-set-another-world-cup-date-with-kenya-5430238
Uganda’s Teen Cranes have secured their spot in the second round of the qualifiers for the 2025 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations, which doubles as the path to the World Cup in Morocco.
The young squad delivered a convincing 6-1 win over their first-round opponents, showcasing strong attacking play and solid defense.
This progression sets up an exciting showdown with Kenya in the upcoming round, reigniting the East African rivalry on the youth international stage.
Fans are eagerly anticipating the clash as the Teen Cranes aim to build momentum toward the global tournament.