Day: December 28, 2024

Central African Republic eliminate Cameroon to pick CHAN ticket
by Football Sierra Leone

Central African Republic eliminate Cameroon to pick CHAN ticket

Cameroon’s hopes of competing in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) were dashed after a 2-1 defeat to the Central African Republic in the return leg of their second preliminary-round clash.

Despite a first-leg advantage, Cameroon was eliminated on away goals at the Kouekong Omnisports Stadium in Bafoussam.

The Indomitable Lions B took an early lead with a goal from 17-year-old Angel Yondjo in the 31st minute. Barry Nelson converted a penalty just before half-time to level the score.

In the 87th minute, the Central African Republic scored the decisive goal through Bertillon Arnold, securing their historic progression to the CHAN final phase for the first time.

This achievement sees the Bamara Locals join other qualified teams, including Morocco, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Sudan, and Niger.

Meanwhile, Cameroon faces disappointment, having aimed for their sixth CHAN appearance but falling short in front of home fans.

The Central African Republic’s success highlights the increasing competitiveness of African football, prompting a shift in focus for Cameroon towards future competitions.

Sudan, Niger book CHAN spots as others battle for a place in the final
by Alie Bittar @bittar32

Sudan, Niger book CHAN spots as others battle for a place in the final

Niger has qualified for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after a goalless draw against Togo in the second leg, advancing on the away goals rule following a 1-1 draw in the first leg. This marks Niger’s fifth appearance in the CHAN finals.

Sudan was the first team to secure their place in the tournament after a 2-1 victory over Ethiopia in the second leg, combined with a 2-0 win in the first leg, giving them a 4-1 aggregate score.

Musa Kanti opened the scoring for Sudan early on, and despite a brief equalizer from Ethiopia, Sudan quickly regained the lead to secure their fourth CHAN qualification.

The qualifiers continue on Saturday, with eight teams vying for spots, including Burkina Faso trying to overturn a 2-0 deficit against Côte d’Ivoire. Defending champions Senegal will host Liberia in Diamniadio, aiming to secure their qualification following a 1-1 draw in Monrovia.

They have added Daouda Ba and Moussa Diallo to strengthen their defence and attack. In a regional derby, Guinea seeks to overcome Guinea-Bissau.

On Sunday, the final five qualification spots will be decided, with Mali trying to recover from a 1-0 first-leg loss to Mauritania.

The tournament will take place from February 1 to 28, 2025, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, providing a platform for showcasing local talent exclusively from domestic leagues.

Saturday, December 28, 2024

  • 13:00: Zambia vs. Mozambique
  • 16:00: Burkina Faso vs. Ivory Coast
  • 16:00: Cameroon vs. Central African Republic
  • 16:00: Guinea-Bissau vs. Guinea
  • 16:00: Nigeria vs. Ghana
  • 16:00: Rwanda vs. South Sudan
  • 16:30: Angola vs. Lesotho
  • 17:00: Senegal vs. Liberia

Sunday, December 29, 2024

  • Noon: Madagascar vs. Eswatini
  • 13:00: Uganda vs. Burundi
  • 14:00: Congo vs. Equatorial Guinea
  • 16:00: DR Congo vs. Chad
  • 16:00 : Mali vs. Mauritania

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