Senegal managed to secure a 3-1 win over Cameroon to book a spot in the Round of 16 at the CAF AFCON tournament on Friday night.
The Group C showpiece took place at Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro.
Below are some of the talking points from this AFCON group stage tie between Senegal and Cameroon.
ISMAILA SARR,HABIB DIALLO AND SADIO MANE SHINES
Senegal’s Ismaila Sarr showed what he’s made off when he found the back of the net in the 16th minute of the showdown.
André Onana’s deflection saw Cameroon concede the first goal against Senegal on the day. Mistakes that he has been committing at his club, Manchester United.
Meanwhile, Habib Diallo added to the scoreline in the 71st minute of the game, whereas Sadio Mane scored the third goal in the last minutes of the game.
SENEGAL BECAME THE SECOND NATION TO QUALIFY FOR THE LAST 16
The Lions of Teranga have become the second nation to qualify for the Round of 16 at the AFCON tournament. They made it two wins from two outings in Group C.
Cape Verde became the first side to book a spot in the last 16 at the competition after thrashing Mozambique 3-0.
JEAN-CHARLES CASTELLETTO SCORES CONSOLATION GOAL FOR CAMEROON
Jean-Charles Castelletto scored the consolation goal for Cameroon in the 83rd minute.
Sadly, Cameroon couldn’t get back in the game.
SADIO MANE IMPACT
Sadio Mane did what was expected of him. He had a bigger role in this tie given his extensive experience of the beautiful game.
Mane helped his side secure a victory against Cameroon to advance to the Round of 16.
SENEGAL ON TRACK TO DEFEND THEIR AFCON TITLE
With Senegal having made an impressive start to their AFCON title defence, many people can say that Senegal are favourites to win the tournament.
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