Match Overview
Burkina Faso U17 advanced to the quarter-finals of the FIFA U17 World Cup 2025 after defeating Uganda U17 by 5-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time at Aspire Academy Pitch 5, Al Rayyan, Qatar.
This victory marks the first time in Burkina Faso’s history that their U17 team has reached the quarter-final stage of a FIFA tournament.
Match Summary
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Final Score: Burkina Faso 1–1 Uganda (Burkina Faso win 5–3 on penalties)
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Venue: Aspire Academy Pitch 5, Al Rayyan
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Date: November 18, 2025
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Kick-off: 12:30 GMT+3 / 14:30 Pakistan Time
Goal Scorers
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Abdoulaye Traoré (Burkina Faso) 34
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Ivan Bogere (Uganda) 68
Penalty Shootout
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Burkina Faso: ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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Uganda: ✓ ✓ ✗ ✗ ✓
Man of the Match: Soumaila Ouédraogo (Burkina Faso)
Key Moment: Ouédraogo saved two penalties in the shootout.
Key Match Events
34: Burkina Faso Take the Lead
Abdoulaye Traoré opened the scoring with a powerful long-range strike, giving Burkina Faso a 1–0 edge.
68: Uganda Equalize
Ivan Bogere finished a well-timed run to bring Uganda level at 1–1.
90+3: Burkina Faso Almost Win It
Moussa Togola hit the post in stoppage time, narrowly missing a late winner.
Penalty Shootout Highlights
Burkina Faso converted all five penalties with confidence.
Uganda missed two crucial penalties, allowing the Stallions to secure a 5–3 victory and advance.
What Is Next for Burkina Faso?
Burkina Faso U17 will face Italy U17 in the quarter-finals of the FIFA U17 World Cup 2025.
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Date: November 21, 2025
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Time: 19:00 Pakistan Time
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Venue: Khalifa International Stadium
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Broadcast: FIFA Plus free worldwide and Geo Super highlights in Pakistan
FAQ
Who scored for Burkina Faso?
Abdoulaye Traoré scored in the 34th minute.
Who was the standout performer?
Goalkeeper Soumaila Ouédraogo, who saved two penalties.
When is Burkina Faso’s next match?
On November 21, 2025 at 19:00 PKT against Italy U17.
Is this Burkina Faso’s best youth-level achievement?
Yes, it is their first quarter-final appearance at any FIFA youth tournament.
