Senegal, South Africa secure 2023 Africa Cup tickets

Ahram Online , Tuesday 28 Mar 2023

South Africa and Senegal have secured spots at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast after defeating Mozambique 1-0 and Liberia 2-1 respectively on Tuesday.

Senegal players celebrate after beating Mozambique and secure a place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nati
Senegal players celebrate after beating Mozambique and secure a place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Photo: CAF twitter account

 

Zakhele Lepasa put South Africa in the lead in the 19th minute, before William Jebor equalised in the 35th minute, then Mabhuti Mayambela clinched the winner in the 54th minute.

South Africa came second in Group K with 4 points, behind already-qualified Morocco who have 6 points.

Liberia have just 1 point after three games but lost any hopes of qualification as the Bafana Bafana have a better head-to-head record.

In Maputo, Boulaye Dia's first-half goal proved the difference for Senegal, as the reigning African champions beat Mozambique 1-0 to maintain their perfect record and seal their qualification for next year's showdown.

The Teranga Lions are top of Group L with 12 points after four games, while Mozambique are second with 4 points, with Rwanda (2 points) and Benin (1 point) in third and fourth respectively.

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