Benin have announced their starting line-up for a decisive second round of Group A matches at the Women’s U20 World Cup, with the Amazones U20 preparing to face Argentina.
Captain Yasminath Djibril will lead the midfield, while Larissa Saizonou starts in goal as Benin take on an Argentina side regarded as a formidable attacking threat.
The Benin line-up features a defensive pairing of Nailatou Sadikou and Jocelyne Thetchri, with Romaine Gandonou, Hosane Soukou and Germaine Honfo selected as the team’s attacking trio.
Benin’s selection reflects a balanced set-up, with Saizonou positioned behind a back four of Mistourath Seibou, Sadikou, Thetchri and Assanatou Alassane.
Estelle Vidinhouede and Hermionne Lokossou will support captain Djibril in midfield, while Gandonou, Soukou and Honfo will provide the attacking threat.
The Amazones U20 are aiming to secure a significant result in the tournament as they face Argentina in this important Group A fixture. The match represents the second decisive stage of the group campaign for Benin.
The confirmed Benin team is:
Benin U20: Larissa Saizonou (1); Mistourath Seibou (2), Nailatou Sadikou (20), Jocelyne Thetchri (4), Assanatou Alassane (5); Estelle Vidinhouede (17), Hermionne Lokossou (6), Yasminath Djibril (10, captain); Romaine Gandonou (7), Hosane Soukou (14), Germaine Honfo (19).
Saizonou will be responsible for protecting Benin’s goal, with Seibou, Sadikou, Thetchri and Alassane forming the defensive line in front of her.
Further forward, Vidinhouede and Lokossou have been named alongside Djibril in midfield. Djibril’s role as captain places her at the centre of Benin’s efforts to control the game against Argentina.
Gandonou, Soukou and Honfo complete the starting XI, giving the Benin side a three-player forward line for the contest.
The squad has been selected within a tactical organisation described as well established, with Benin relying on defensive solidity and an energetic attack as they pursue a major result at the Women’s U20 World Cup.
Argentina’s attacking quality will provide the test for Saizonou and the Benin defence, while the Amazones U20 will look to their front three to make the most of their opportunities.
With the group campaign at a decisive stage, Benin will begin the match with Djibril wearing the captain’s armband and leading the side from midfield.