CAF Champions League: FC San-Pedro secure late first-leg victory over FC Nouadhibou

FC San-Pedro edged FC Nouadhibou 2-1 in the first leg of their second preliminary-round tie in the CAF Champions League on Saturday 17 October 2026.

The Ivorian side made a fast start, taking the lead in the 11th minute through Abi Niambe. FC Nouadhibou responded before half-time, with Oumar M’Bareck equalising in the 39th minute to leave the tie level at the break.

With the match appearing set to finish in a draw, Karamoko struck in the 88th minute to restore FC San-Pedro’s advantage and secure victory.

The result gives the Ivorian club a narrow lead ahead of the return leg, which will be played in Mauritania on Sunday 25 October.

Result: FC San-Pedro 2-1 FC Nouadhibou