In a thrilling display of dominance, Niger handed Ghana a glimmer of hope in their AFCON qualification race with a resounding 4-0 win over Sudan.
Right from the start, Niger’s Daniel Sosah took command, netting an early goal in the 6th minute, leaving the Sudanese defense scrambling.
- Niger’s relentless attack didn’t waver as Oumarou doubled the lead in the 29th minute, intensifying Sudan’s struggles.
- As the first half approached its end, Sudan faced yet another setback when Niger was awarded a penalty in injury time.
- Sosah converted with precision, sealing his first-half brace in the 45+3 minute and sending Niger into halftime with a commanding 3-0 lead.
- Sudan’s chances looked increasingly slim as they headed back to the locker room, needing a miracle to turn the game around.
- Upon their return, Niger showed no signs of letting up.
- Just six minutes into the second half, Badamassi added to Sudan’s woes by scoring a fourth goal in the 51st minute, putting the game well beyond reach.
- This emphatic win gives Niger a vital boost as they push for a spot in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, edging them closer to their qualification dreams while momentarily easing the path for Ghana.
