AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Senegal thrash Sudan 4-1

The Lions of Teranga secured a fine victory over Sudan (4-1) on Thursday 12 November at the Léopold-Sédar-Senghor Stadium in Dakar, on matchday three of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Patrick Vieira’s side took the lead in the 31st minute thanks to Nicolas Jackson, who opened the scoring. But the Sudanese fought back just before half-time. Mohamed Abuaagla levelled the score in the 45th minute, making it 1-1.

After the break, Senegal stepped up a gear. Boulaye Dia restored the Lions of Teranga’s lead in the 62nd minute, before Ibrahim Mbaye doubled the advantage two minutes later.

Towards the end of the match, Pathé Mboup, making his debut for the Senegalese national team, joined in the celebrations by scoring the fourth goal in the 86th minute. Thanks to this 4-1 win, Senegal have recorded their second victory in these qualifiers after three matchdays, taking their tally to seven points from two wins and a draw.