The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will observe a moment of silence for the late Christian Atsu, a Ghanian international, ahead of today’s TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2023 fixtures in Cairo.
The first match of the tournament will be held at 16h00 local time (14h00 GMT) between hosts, Egypt and Mozambique.
Atsu, who represented his country 65 times, tragically passed away during the earthquake that hit Turkey. The Ghanian footballer was widely recognized for his contributions to the game and his team. The CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe, and the African Football Family have conveyed heartfelt condolences to Atsu’s family and the Ghanian Football Family.
The moment of silence will be a tribute to the legacy that Atsu left behind and his impact on the football community. Fans and players alike will join in paying respects to the late footballer. This gesture is a reminder of the unity of African football, which extends beyond the boundaries of individual countries and teams.
The TotalEnergies U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2023 promises to be a thrilling tournament, with some of the best young talent from across the continent competing against each other. The opening match between Egypt and Mozambique will be an exciting start to what will surely be an unforgettable event.
As the tournament kicks off, the thoughts and prayers of the African Football Family will be with Atsu’s family and loved ones. The moment of silence is a fitting tribute to a talented and respected footballer, who will be remembered for his achievements and the positive impact he had on the sport.
