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Mane's Equalizer Secures Draw for Senegal Against DR Congo in Afcon Group D

Sadio Mane scored to earn Senegal a 1-1 draw with DR Congo in the Afcon 2025 Group D match in Tangier, boosting both teams' last-16 hopes.

Mane's Equalizer Secures Draw for Senegal Against DR Congo in Afcon Group D

📌Key Points

  • Senegal and DR Congo drew 1-1 in their Afcon 2025 Group D match in Tangier, Morocco.
  • Cedric Bakambu scored for DR Congo in the 61st minute, capitalizing on a rebound from Edouard Mendy's save.
  • Sadio Mane equalized for Senegal in the 69th minute, his 51st international goal, after a shot from Ibrahim Mbaye.
  • Both teams now have four points from two games, with Senegal leading Group D on goal difference.
  • The draw significantly boosts both nations' chances of progressing to the last 16 of the tournament.
  • The final Group D matches are scheduled for Tuesday, with Senegal playing Benin and DR Congo facing Botswana.

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