CAF U20 AFCON: Five Coaches Shaping the Future of African Football

The 2025 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt has highlighted the exceptional leadership and tactical prowess of five African coaches.

These coaches have demonstrated remarkable ability to inspire and guide their young teams, showcasing a blend of technical expertise, discipline, and vision for success.

Top five Coaches are:

1. Mohamed Ouahbi (Morocco): Led Morocco to top Group B with 7 points, earning the Best Coach of the Group Stage award. Notable results include victories over Kenya (3-2) and Tunisia (3-1).
2. Serigne Saliou Dia (Senegal): Despite initial setbacks, Dia guided Senegal to strong performances, including wins over Kenya (3-2) and DR Congo (2-0).
3. Desmond Ofei (Ghana): Ofei has revitalized Ghana’s U20 side, leading them to the top of Group C with tactical acumen and discipline. Key results include victories over Senegal (1-0) and Central African Republic (1-0).
4. Guy Bukasa (DR Congo): Bukasa’s return after 12 years has rejuvenated DR Congo’s U20 hopes, with notable wins over Tunisia (3-1) and Central African Republic (3-1).
5. Aliyu Zubairu (Nigeria): Zubairu has taken the reins of Nigeria’s U20 side with confidence and ambition, aiming to restore the Flying Eagles’ continental dominance. Notable results include a win over Tunisia (1-0) and a draw with Morocco (0-0).

These coaches exemplify the rising excellence in African football coaching, inspiring a new generation of players with their leadership and vision. As the tournament progresses, their impact will continue to shape the future of African youth football.