Senegal put on a second-half show to beat Sudan 4-1 in AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Senegal produced an impressive second-half performance to defeat Sudan 4-1 in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match.

The Teranga Lions scored three times after the break to secure all three points and move to the top of Group J.

Jackson gives Senegal early lead

Nicolas Jackson opened the scoring for Senegal in the 31st minute, putting the hosts ahead.

However, Sudan responded just before half-time, with Mohamed Abuaagla finding the net in the 45th minute to send both teams into the break level at 1-1.

Senegal take control after the break

Senegal regained the lead in the 61st minute through Boulaye Dia, who finished after being set up by El Hadji Malick Diouf.

Three minutes later, Ibrahim Mbaye extended the advantage to 3-1 as the home side took control of the contest.

Substitute Pathe Mboup completed the scoring in the 86th minute, adding Senegal’s fourth goal to seal an emphatic victory.

Senegal move top of Group J

The victory takes Senegal to seven points at the top of Group J after three matches, having recorded two wins and one draw.

Sudan, meanwhile, remain third in the standings with three points.