Mozambique stormed to a historic first-ever win at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Sunday after battling to defeat Gabon 3-2 in a thrilling Group F encounter.
After suffering defeat to Ivory Coast in their opening game at the 2025 AFCON, Mozambique responded with an impressive first-half display, scoring twice before the interval.
Faizal Bangal opened the scoring with a well-placed header before Geny Catamo calmly converted from the penalty spot to give his side a commanding advantage.
Gabon responded through former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who reduced the deficit before the break. However, Diogo Calila restored Mozambique’s two-goal cushion in the second half, a strike that ultimately proved decisive despite Alex Moucketou-Moussounda pulling one back late on.
Watch highlights of the pulsating contest below.
🎥 HIGHLIGHTS: 🇬🇦 2-3 🇲🇿
Historic first win for Mozambique in a back-and-forth #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025 thriller. pic.twitter.com/si0pUs3oc6
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