Nigeria/Senegal: Nigeria Prevail but Senegal Draw On Vieira's Debut in 2027 Afcon Qualifiers
[RFI] Powerhouse outfits Nigeria and Morocco launched their campaigns to reach the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals with victories over Madagascar and Gabon respectively on Friday night as World Cup participants Senegal and Egypt were held to draws.
Nigeria and Morocco began their journeys to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with wins over Madagascar and Gabon, respectively. Senegal and Egypt, both World Cup participants, shared draws. In Uyo, 20-year-old George Ilenikhena scored his first Nigeria goal during his debut. Midway through the second half, Moses Usor scored the winning goal for Senegal, who will next face Guinea-Bissau.
Nigeria started with a 2-0 victory over Tanzania, with goals from Franculino and Mama Baldé. Senegal's coaching debut by Patrick Vieira, born in Dakar, saw them draw 1-1 with Mozambique. Egypt and Angola ended Group B with a goalless draw, while Malawi topped their pool with a 2-1 win over South Sudan. Morocco, who won the 2025 Cup of Nations title, began their campaign with a 2-0 win over Gabon. Niger defeated Lesotho 2-1 in Group A.
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