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Senegal and DR Congo Draw in Africa Cup of Nations Clash
Tangier, Morocco – In a hard-fought match at the Stade Ibn-Batouta, Senegal and DR Congo played to a draw in their Africa Cup of Nations group stage match. The game, officiated by Algerian referee Lahlou Benbraham, saw Senegal dominate possession with 64%, although DR Congo proved effective in their attacks.
The first half ended goalless, with only a yellow card issued to Senegal’s P. Gueye in the 28th minute. The second half brought the excitement. C. Bakambu opened the scoring for DR Congo in the 61st minute. However, Senegal quickly responded as S. Mané equalized in the 69th minute. Despite both teams’ efforts and tactical adjustments, the score remained level.
Senegal finished with 11 shots, 3 of which were on target, and 5 corners. They committed 17 fouls. DR Congo had 7 total shots, 3 of which were on target, and 2 corners. They committed 12 fouls. The match, while lacking a clear winner on the scoreboard, reflected the intensity and competitiveness expected in this continental tournament.
Substitutions senegal: at minute 62 I. Sarr came in and I. Mbaye went out., at minute 82 N. Jackson came in and H. Diallo went out., at minute 82 P. Gueye came in and L. Camara went out., at minute 89 I. Ndiaye came in and C. Sabaly went out.
Substitutions congo dr: at minute 66 T. Bongonda came in and N. Mbuku went out., at minute 66 C. Bakambu came in and F. Mayele went out., at minute 73 N. Mukau came in and E. Kayembe went out., at minute 73 A. Masuaku came in and J. Kayembe went out., at minute 87 M. Elia came in and M. Balikwisha went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Senegal
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Congo DR
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