Emilio Nsue Shines in Return as Equatorial Guinea Defeats Sao Tome

Emilio Nsue made a triumphant return to the Equatorial Guinea national team, scoring in their 2-0 victory over Sao Tome and Principe on matchday five of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Nsue’s Impactful Performance

The 35-year-old forward wasted no time making his presence felt, opening the scoring in the 14th minute after an assist from Iban Salvador. Salvador later doubled the lead, sealing a dominant win for Nzalang Nacional.

Nsue, who played the full match, showcased his remarkable form despite his age, further solidifying his legendary status in Equatorial Guinea football. With 22 goals in 44 international appearances, he boasts an impressive record, averaging a goal every two matches.

Looking Ahead

On March 24, Equatorial Guinea will play Namibia in their next important qualifier. Their continued pursuit of World Cup qualifying will probably rely on Nsue's experience and goal-scoring ability, according to coach Juan Micha.