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Guinea win UFOA-A U20 tournament

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Guinea won the UFOA-A zone U20 tournament by beating Gambia 1-0 in the final, thanks to a goal from Aboubacar Chérif Keita in the 38th minute. The Syli national secured its first regional title and qualified for the next U20 Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for 2027, according to Mosaiqueguinee.

Guinea won the UFOA-A zone U20 football tournament by beating Gambia 1-0 in the final, according to Mosaiqueguinee. The decisive goal was scored in the 38th minute by Aboubacar Chérif Keita, after a corner by Guinea captain Tawel.

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