In a tightly contested AFCON 2025 qualifier, Senegal fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat, with a late strike from Habib Diarra sealing the win for their opponents.
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The match was a tactical battle from the outset, with both teams displaying strong defensive organization and few clear-cut chances emerging in the first half.
Despite Senegal’s efforts to control possession and press forward, their opponents held firm, keeping the scoreline 0-0 at halftime.
Senegal, known for their attacking prowess led by stars such as Sadio Mané and Ismaila Sarr, struggled to break down the compact defense. As the second half progressed, they pushed forward more aggressively, looking for a breakthrough.
However, it was the opposition who found the back of the net in the 83rd minute. Habib Diarra capitalized on a rare lapse in Senegal’s defense, slotting in a well-timed finish to put his team ahead 1-0.
In the dying minutes, Senegal threw everything forward in search of an equalizer, but the opposing goalkeeper and defense stood resolute, blocking multiple attempts and frustrating the Senegalese attack.
Despite their best efforts, Senegal couldn’t find a way through, and the match ended with a hard-fought 1-0 victory for their opponents.
This result leaves Senegal with work to do in their quest for AFCON qualification, while the opponents celebrated an impressive win that could be crucial in their own qualification campaign.
