Éliminatoires De La CAN: Highlights from the Opening Matches
Éliminatoires De La CAN: DR Congo Prevails
This Friday marked the first day of the qualifiers for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) with several matches taking place at 18:00. The standout clash featured DR Congo taking on Guinea. Following a successful CAN in Côte d'Ivoire, DR Congo continued their momentum by defeating the Syli National. In a balanced match, the Leopards triumphed thanks to an exquisite goal from Edo Kayembe in the 27th minute (1-0).
Uganda Shocks South Africa
In another exciting matchup, South Africa salvaged a draw late against Uganda. After Lyle Foster's early goal in the 14th minute, the Cranes turned the tables after halftime, scoring two goals in rapid succession (51st, 54th minutes). However, Thalente Mbatha saved the Bafana Bafana with a last-minute equalizer (2-2).
Additionally, Liberia managed to tie with Togo, with Denkey scoring in the 79th minute but Gibson equalizing in stoppage time (90+2). Lastly, Sierra Leone ended in a goalless draw against Chad.
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