The first round of the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers concluded this weekend, with several teams progressing to the next stage, according to CAF.
South Sudan v Kenya – South Sudan qualified after a 1-1 draw with Kenya, finishing the tie with an aggregate score of 3-1 following a 2-0 victory in the first leg. They will face Rwanda in December.
Sudan v Tanzania – Sudan progressed after a tense penalty shootout against Tanzania. They won the first leg 1-0 but conceded in the second leg, levelling the aggregate score. Sudan won the shootout 6-5 to advance.
Eswatini Dominates Zimbabwe
Eswatini eliminated Zimbabwe with a 4-0 aggregate score. After a 3-0 win in the first leg, they secured a 1-0 victory in the return leg.
Togo Survives Against Benin
Togo advanced after a 1-1 draw with Benin, finishing with a 3-1 aggregate following a 2-0 first-leg victory.
Namibia vs. Lesotho
In a tied aggregate of 1-1, Namibia was eliminated by Lesotho after a 4-3 penalty shootout loss.
Second Round Qualifying Dates
The second qualifying round is scheduled for December 20-22 and December 27-29, with the tournament hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania from February 1-28, 2025.
