U17 Lionesses’ Possible Starting XI Against North Korea with Two Tactical Changes
Two tactical changes are anticipated for the Cameroon Under-17 Lionesses as they face the formidable Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)—multiple-time Women’s U17 champions—this afternoon. The match is scheduled for 14:00 at Pitch 2 of the Football Academy Mohamed VI in Salé.
Team Changes and Strategy
The expected starting lineup will feature two adjustments from the team that opened Cameroon’s campaign against the Netherlands. Anastasie Tazanou is set to replace Avana on the left side of the attack, while Ayissi will step in for Wendji at the center of the defense. These adjustments are purely tactical, as coach Joséphine Ndoumou seeks a better balance to counter the DPRK side.
Group B Context
North Korea arrives as the heavy favorite, having secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over the South American team Mexico on the opening day. Meanwhile, the U17 Lionesses suffered an agonizing 4-3 loss to the European champions, the Netherlands. All the pressure is now on Cameroon to gain at least a draw to keep their hopes of advancing in Group B alive.
Projected Starting XI for Cameroon
The anticipated lineup for Team Cameroon is as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Mabou (16)
- Defenders: Agogue (3), Ngo Belia (13), Mafor (21), Ayissa (4)
- Midfielders: Dule (14), Mbouke (5), Zou (8)
- Forwards: Tiwa (9), Nkoussa (10), Tazanou (7)
Implications
A win for Cameroon would immediately get their campaign back on track and significantly boost confidence ahead of their final group stage match against Mexico. However, a defeat could eliminate them from contention, depending on the result of the simultaneously played Netherlands versus Mexico fixture.
