Cameroon claimed the UNIFFAC U20 regional championship title on Saturday, October 24, 2026, wrapping up a tournament defined by high-intensity competition, youth talent, and athletic determination across Central Africa.
The Central African Football Federations Union – UNIFFAC formally extended its congratulations to the Young Lions for their earned victory, while praising all participating national teams for their sportsmanship and technical performance throughout the competition.
The post-tournament trophy presentation featured prominent regional sports leaders and football icons.
Key attendees included Rodolphe Héritier Bonheur Doneng-Wanzoumon, Minister of Youth Promotion, Sports, and Physical Education of the Central African Republic, alongside official Cameroonian authorities. They were joined by CAF Executive Committee member Samuel Eto’o Fils, African football legend Roger Milla, and UNIFFAC Executive Director Hassan Bala Korei.
Beyond the regional trophy, the tournament served as the official zonal qualifier for continental competition. By reaching the final, both champions Cameroon and runners-up Central African Republic earned direct qualification to represent the Central African zone at the upcoming U20 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations – AFCON scheduled to take place in Ghana in 2027.
The successful completion of the UNIFFAC U20 championship underscores ongoing efforts across the sub-region to structure youth development pathways across the U17, U20, and U23 tiers. With qualification secured, both national football federations now turn their focus to preparation for the continental stage in Ghana.
