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CS Constantine snatches victory over CS Sfaxien in a tense encounter
CS Constantine edged out CS Sfaxien with a 1-0 win in a match played at the Stade olympique Hammadi-Agrebi in Radès, Tunisia, corresponding to matchday one of the 2024 CAF Confederation Cup group stage. The game, characterized by tension and numerous fouls, was decided in the final stages in favor of the Algerian team.
CS Sfaxien dominated possession (57%), registering 10 shots, though only one was on target. Despite controlling the game for larger periods, the Tunisians were ultimately outmatched by CS Constantine’s effectiveness. CS Sfaxien’s discipline was questionable, accumulating four yellow cards.
Meanwhile, CS Constantine, with 43% possession, proved more clinical in attack, with 3 of their 6 shots finding the target. The winning goal arrived in the 81st minute courtesy of Bilal Dib, assisted by Mohamed Benchaira. The goal was a blow to CS Sfaxien, who despite their efforts, couldn’t equalize. The match featured a total of 22 fouls and only one corner for each team. CS Constantine’s victory was deserved, reflecting their superior efficiency despite lower possession.
Substitutions cs sfaxien: at minute 46 H. H. Haj came in and R. Hebaj went out., at minute 66 F. Winley came in and Cristo went out., at minute 83 B. Hmidi came in and A. Habbassi went out., at minute 83 M. Absi came in and F. Sekkouhi went out., at minute 87 A. Haboubi came in and P. Sa went out.
Substitutions cs constantine: at minute 76 T. Omoyele came in and A. Kaibou went out., at minute 76 M. Rebiai came in and F. Tahar went out., at minute 87 D. Mouaki came in and Z. Benchaa went out., at minute 90 M. Ndiaye came in and B. Dib went out., at minute 90 S. Tapsoba came in and M. Benchaira went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
CS Sfaxien
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CS Constantine
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