South Sudan beat Congo Brazzaville 3-2 however miss out on AFCON spot

Authors: Michael Daniel | Chan Ninrew | Revealed: November 14, 2024

South Sudan Vivid Stars. (-)

South Sudan’s nationwide soccer group celebrates its first victory within the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers at Juba Nationwide Stadium, securing their first three factors within the marketing campaign.

This win follows 4 earlier losses to Uganda (each residence and away) and South Africa (first leg), together with a break up in outcomes with Congo Brazzaville, every group profitable its residence match.

Within the sport, Congo Brazzaville initially took the lead within the thirtieth minute with a strong shot that South Sudan’s goalkeeper, Jumaa Genaro, couldn’t save.

Nonetheless, South Sudan rapidly responded simply three minutes later when Ezbon Malish scored from a throw-in to degree the rating.

Congo regained the lead simply earlier than halftime with an oblique free kick that South Sudan’s protection struggled to clear, permitting the Congolese striker to attain.

The second half noticed South Sudan pushing for a comeback. They created a number of alternatives, however Congo’s goalkeeper held agency till a crucial second late within the match.

A Congolese defender fouled Knowledge Alyaa, who had a transparent probability in entrance of the purpose, leading to a purple card.

Shortly after, Knowledge capitalized on Congo’s numerical drawback, scoring the decisive purpose minutes after coming onto the sector, giving South Sudan the win.

Whereas South Sudan celebrated this milestone, Uganda grew to become the most important beneficiary, as they certified straight for the event whatever the final result of their closing match in opposition to South Africa.

Publish-match, South Sudan’s coach praised his group’s efficiency, whereas Congo Brazzaville’s coach expressed disappointment in his group’s exhibiting.