Tanzania, May 14 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's Under-17 national team, Serengeti Boys, begin their Africa U-17 Cup of Nations journey today with a tricky Group C opener against Mozambique at the Mohammed VI Football Academy (Pitch 11, Sale) in Morocco from 7pm East Africa time.

The highly anticipated clash marks the start of Tanzania's fifth appearance at the continental youth showpiece, with the young Taifa Stars still chasing a historic breakthrough beyond the group stage.

The tournament, which officially kicked off yesterday brings together 16 teams and runs until June 2. Defending champions Morocco are hosting the competition.

Tanzania have been drawn in a competitive Group C alongside Mali, Angola and Mozambique, setting up a deman...