CAN 2027 (Q): Senegal wins without shining in Ethiopia

Senegal launches its qualifying campaign for CAN 2027. This Tuesday, September 29, 2026, the Lions beat Ethiopia 1-0 on the 2nd day, after the 1-1 draw in Mozambique. Three points for Patrick Vieira’s team, but serious concerns in the game.

Senegal trembled, swayed at times, but ensured victory in Ethiopia. Ibrahim Mbaye, starting this Tuesday, very early on put the Lions into orbit. Launched by Nicolas Jackson, the Aston Villa winger found the target perfectly with an unstoppable strike (11th). The Lions then seemed to master their subject. Ethiopia then raised the tone before the break, with a header from Gugsa over the top and a shot from Fikre which grazed the post in added time.

A second period against the tide

After the break, the match changed its appearance. Supported by their public, the Ethiopians established their rhythm and pushed the Senegalese back into their camp. The Lions struggled to get the ball out cleanly. Their only real opportunity came with less than ten minutes to go. Jackson let her pass, when she could have killed the meeting.

Senegal takes 2nd place in Group J (4 pts), tied with Mozambique, victorious over Sudan (4-1).

Senegal, which had won only one of its last seven matches (5-0 against Iraq), is back on the path to success. He also kept his clean sheet, which is precious.
In the second period in particular, Ethiopia shook up Senegal, coming close to equalizing several times. Patrick Vieira and his team are expected on October 4, against the Comoros in a friendly at the Vélodrome stadium, both to win, but also to reassure.

OBN