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Mozambique win first ever AFCON game while Algeria reach last 16

Mozambique win first ever AFCON game while Algeria reach last 16

Summary

Mozambique won their first-ever match in the Africa Cup of Nations, defeating Gabon 3-2. Algeria also advanced to the last 16 with a 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso, thanks to a penalty by Riyad Mahrez.

Key Facts

  • Mozambique defeated Gabon 3-2 for their first Africa Cup of Nations win.
  • Faizal Bangal and Geny Catamo scored for Mozambique in the first half.
  • Diogo Calila scored the third goal for Mozambique.
  • Algeria beat Burkina Faso 1-0 to reach the last 16 of the tournament.
  • Riyad Mahrez scored the winning penalty for Algeria.
  • Algeria has won both their group games without conceding a goal.
  • Sudan also achieved a win over Equatorial Guinea with a 1-0 scoreline due to an own goal.

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