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Mozambique vs Senegal | Highlights | 2027 AFCON Qualifiers
Senegal and Mozambique opened their 2027 AFCON Qualifying campaigns with an intense battle featuring two superb first-half goals.
Senegal began their 2027 AFCON Qualifying campaign with a difficult trip to Mozambique, where the two sides played to a 1-1 draw after an entertaining first half.
The match also marked Patrick Vieira’s first official game in charge of the Lions of Teranga, as Senegal opened a new chapter with their sights set on securing a place at the next Africa Cup of Nations.
Mozambique, meanwhile, made the most of home advantage and pushed one of Africa’s strongest national teams all the way, earning a valuable point from the contest.
Nicolas Jackson fires Senegal in front
Nicolas Jackson broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute with a superb finish that gave Senegal the lead and put the visitors in control before halftime.
Geny Catamo answers with a stunner
Mozambique responded in first-half stoppage time as Geny Catamo unleashed a spectacular long-range strike to bring the hosts level.
There were no further goals after the break, as both teams settled for a point in their opening 2027 AFCON Qualifier.
Nicolas Jackson
Senegal
Geny Cipriano Catamo
Mozambique
