ASEC Mimosas began their CAF Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over Senegal’s Jaraaf on Wednesday, showcasing a dominant performance in the group stage opener.
The Ivorian team quickly established control, maintaining possession and creating structured attacks.
Razack Cissé broke the deadlock just before halftime with a precise header from Youssifou Atté’s cross, giving ASEC a deserved lead.
Jaraaf, despite sporadic attempts by players like Ababacar Sarr, struggled to match ASEC’s technical superiority and faced frequent errors in midfield.
In the second half, ASEC solidified their dominance with a second goal.
Mohamed Yabré’s pinpoint delivery found Kankonde Tshisungu, who scored a powerful header in the 71st minute.
Though Jaraaf pushed for a response through efforts by Papa Dione and Adama Wade, ASEC’s defense stood firm, with the goalkeeper denying Wade’s final attempt.
The convincing 2-0 win affirms ASEC’s status as a strong contender in the competition, reflecting their cohesion and attacking prowess.
