Senegal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Nigeria in their African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group D opener, held today.
The match’s decisive moment came in the 75th minute when C. Gomis found the back of the net, sealing the win for Senegal. Despite Nigeria’s dominance in possession (58%) and a total of six shots, they failed to capitalize on their chances, registering only one shot on target.
Senegal managed seven shots with similar accuracy but proved more clinical, converting their opportunity to claim all three points.
The Super Eagles B are now seated 4th on the log after the conclusion of Matchday 1 in Group D as Congo DR and Sudan played 1-1 draw.
Match Statistics
Shots: Senegal 7 – 6 Nigeria
Shots on Target: 1 – 1
Possession: Senegal 42% – 58% Nigeria
Passes: Senegal 287 – 396 Nigeria
Nigeria will look to bounce back in their next group game to keep their hopes of advancing alive, while Senegal aims to build on this winning start.
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