The Burundi U15 team secured a place in the round of 16 of the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival following a victory against Togo. Burundi defeated their opponents with a final score of 4-3. Matches for this stage of the tournament took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 28 October 2026.
Match Performance and Scoring
Captain Blaise Tuyishime led the offensive effort for Burundi during the match, contributing two goals to the team's final tally. His performance provided the necessary momentum to secure the narrow victory against Togo. The Burundi U15 team defeated Togo with a score of 4-3. This intense fixture was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 28, 2026.
Alain Niyonkuru added to the scoreline by recording one goal for Burundi. His contribution helped maintain the team's narrow lead throughout the competitive encounter. Alain Niyonkuru scored one goal for Burundi to bolster the offensive output of the squad.
Blaise Yishurahageze also registered one goal for Burundi, completing the scoring for his side. These individual efforts ensured Burundi reached the round of 16 as the squad concluded its fixture in Baku. Blaise Yishurahageze scored one goal for Burundi, proving vital in the final moments of the match. The Burundi U15 team qualified for the round of 16 of the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival as a direct result of this performance.
The match, which took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 28, 2026, saw the Burundi U15 team defeat Togo with a score of 4-3. Captain Blaise Tuyishime scored two goals for Burundi, acting as the primary playmaker for the team throughout the regulation time. Alain Niyonkuru scored one goal for Burundi, ensuring that the pressure remained on their opponents. Blaise Yishurahageze scored one goal for Burundi, which ultimately sealed the win.
With this result, the Burundi U15 team qualified for the round of 16 of the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival. The victory in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 28, 2026, marks a significant milestone for the team. The Burundi U15 team defeated Togo with a score of 4-3 in a hard-fought contest. Captain Blaise Tuyishime scored two goals for Burundi, while Alain Niyonkuru scored one goal for Burundi and Blaise Yishurahageze scored one goal for Burundi to round out the scoring. The Burundi U15 team qualified for the round of 16 of the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival, moving forward in the tournament bracket after the match in Baku, Azerbaijan, on October 28, 2026.
