WAFU B U-17: Golden Eaglets drawn into Group B alongside Burkina Faso and Benin

Five time world champion Golden Eaglets of Nigeria have been drawn into Group B of the forthcoming WAFU B U-17 championship slated for September, 20 to October 3, 2025 in Cote d’Ivoire.
In an impressive draw held Thursday, September, 4 in Yamoussoukro, the Eaglets were drawn alongside, Burkina Faso and Benin Republic while host nation Cote d’Ivoire , Ghana, Niger and Togo are in Group A
The group draw is a crucial step in the build-up to the competition, as it has set the stage for what promises to be exciting and competitive clashes among the next generation of African football talent.
Yamoussoukro, the Ivorian capital, will host the tournament in modern sporting facilities, offering a fitting backdrop for a competition renowned for unearthing young stars who often go on to shine on the global stage.
With the draw concluded, attention will now be shifted to the commencement of the tournament that would define the road to glory for teams hoping to secure a ticket to the CAF U-17 Nations Cup