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CHAN 2024 Semi-Final: Sudan vs Madagascar in Historic African Nations Championship Clash

Football often creates unlikely heroes, and the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) semi-final in Dar es Salaam promises just that.

On Tuesday, Sudan – a nation navigating internal challenges yet thriving under Ghanaian coach James Kwesi Appiah – will face Madagascar, whose fairytale rise continues to capture the imagination of football fans across Africa.

For both nations, the stakes are historic. Neither has ever reached the CHAN final, and a win at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium (17:30 local time) would mark a golden chapter in their football history.

Sudan’s resilience on the road to Dar es Salaam

Few expected Sudan to reach the last four. But under Kwesi Appiah, the Falcons of Jediane have defied the odds.

- Topped their group ahead of defending champions Senegal

- Eliminated last edition’s finalists Algeria on penalties in Zanzibar

Appiah is confident the change of venue won’t affect his players:

“Our journey wasn’t easy. All our matches were tough. This is a semi-final, and it won’t be easy. We will fight throughout the match until the end. Our goal is to make the Sudanese people happy.”

Madagascar’s spirit of unity continues

If Sudan embody resilience, Madagascar represent belief and teamwork. The Barea, who also reached the CHAN 2022 semi-finals, have continued their momentum by knocking out debutants Kenya on penalties in Nairobi.

Coach Romuald Rakotondrabe believes that victory transformed his squad’s mentality:

“Our strength lies in our unity. The win against Kenya boosted our confidence. We now believe in the power of teamwork, and we will fight to qualify for the CHAN 2024 final.”

Tactical showdown: Sudan vs Madagascar

This semi-final is not just a battle of underdogs, but a clash of styles:

• Sudan: Compact discipline, mental strength, and defensive organization.
• Madagascar: Fluid play, possession-based football, and collective teamwork.

Rakotondrabe stressed focus in decisive moments:

“We must be sharp in front of goal. Our objective is to qualify, not just perform.”

Sudan’s Faris Abdallah Mamoun echoed determination:

“All the players are ready to give their best to make the Sudanese people proud.”

History on the line at CHAN 2024

- Both teams have scored six goals in this tournament.

- Both are unbeaten in knockout penalty shootouts in 2024.

- Sudan are in their third CHAN semi-final but have never reached the final (lost in 2011 & 2018).

- Madagascar aim to become the first island nation to reach a CAF senior competition final.

A defining story for African football

Beyond the statistics, this semi-final symbolizes the breadth of African football – where stories of resilience and unity inspire millions.

Whether it’s Sudan, a war-torn nation finding pride through sport, or Madagascar, a team proving that belief can overcome limitations, one side will make history in Dar es Salaam.

Appiah summed it up best:

“This is a big match, and it won’t be easy. But we are ready to fight until the very end.”