In a thrilling encounter between African heavyweights, Senegal secured their spot in the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a 3-1 victory over Cameroon.
Ismaïla Sarr played a pivotal role, opening the scoring in the 16th minute after André Onana's weak clearance allowed Sarr to capitalize. Senegal dominated the first half, but Enzo Tchato's brilliant block denied Sadio Mané from extending the lead.
The Lions of Teranga continued their offensive prowess in the second half, and Habib Diallo doubled the advantage in the 71st minute with a well-executed finish from Sarr's delivery. However, concerns arose for Senegal when Diallo had to be carried off on a stretcher, adding a touch of drama to the closing moments.
Cameroon, struggling to find their rhythm, finally made an impact with Jean-Charles Castelletto's powerful header, cutting the deficit. Despite a nervy finish, Senegal sealed the victory as Mané calmly slotted home in stoppage time.
The win extends Senegal's unbeaten run to six matches across all competitions, showcasing their formidable form. In contrast, Cameroon faces uncertainty with only one victory in their last eight games. As Senegal celebrates their qualification, Cameroon now faces a crucial final group stage clash against The Gambia, hoping to turn the tide and secure their spot in the knockout stages.
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