The African U-20 Cup of Nations is a biennial football tournament organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). It features national teams of players under the age of 20 from across Africa, showcasing young talent and promoting the development of football on the continent. The tournament serves as a qualifying event for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, allowing the top teams to represent Africa on the global stage. Since its inception in 1959, the competition has produced many skilled players who have gone on to achieve success in professional football.