Despite securing a 2-0 victory against Mali on the third day of the group stage in the CAN U20, Gabon faced disappointment in their bid to qualify for the semi-finals. The Panthereaux knew that their fate wasn’t entirely in their hands, and they needed a favorable outcome in another match.
Unfortunately for Gabon, Nigeria defeated DR Congo 3-1, securing their place in the semi-finals. With this result, Gabon finished the group stage with 4 points, comprising a victory, a draw, and a defeat. Mali and Nigeria advanced to the semi-finals with 6 points each.
