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Guinea U-15 team loses in Azerbaijan tournament quarterfinals

The Syli scolaire U-15 team was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup and Festival in Baku after a 2-1 defeat to Greece.

Guinea's Syli scolaire U-15 team has been eliminated from the FIFA World Cup and Festival tournament held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The young Guinean players lost 2-1 to Greece in the quarterfinals, ending their bid for the championship title.

Despite the loss, the team achieved notable victories earlier in the competition, including a decisive 17-0 win against host nation Azerbaijan. They also secured wins against Algeria and Singapore, demonstrating their competitive ability on the international stage.

The Syli scolaire U-15 team will now compete in classification matches, with their next opponent being Colombia. Their objective is to secure fifth place and conclude the tournament on a positive note.

Why it mattersThe Guinean U-15 football team was eliminated from an international tournament in Azerbaijan.