Tears Flow As Africa Bow Out Of 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup

It was a moment of tears for the Teranga Lion Cubs, as their exit marks end of the four flag bearers of Africa at the on going FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil.

Senegal who was the last team standing for Africa was edged out yesterday by Spain with a 2-1 victory. There was probably hope but Spain proved more potent in the game.

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Prior to the match between Senegal and Spain, tournament host Brazil had beaten Angola 2-0 to end their stay in the championship.

A 3-1 defeat in the round of 16 to five-times champions Nigeria by Netherlands was another heavy-blow on Africa. Before Senegal were sent packing by Spain.

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Africa had four representatives, but Cameroon who came as African champions could not make it to the round of 16.

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Senegal’s exit means Africa will not have any representation as the tournament enters its quarterfinal stage.