Sudan Held to Late Draw in CHAN 2025 Opener vs Congo | OneFootball

Missed chance for Sudan as Congo snatch late equaliser in Group D clash

Sudan Held to Late Draw in CHAN 2025 Opener vs Congo

Sudan's home based national team began their 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN campaign with disappointing 1 - 1 draw against Congo on Tuesday evening at Amaan Stadium.

Early Lead Wasted

Sudan took the lead through Mousa Hussein "Kante" in the 29 minute capping off dominant first half. The Falcons of Jediane controlled much of the game and looked on course for crucial opening win.

However their failure to convert chances came back to haunt them.

Congo Strike Late

Just 4 minute from full time, Congo’s Karley Ekongo found the equaliser denying Sudan all 3 point and forcing both sides to settle for draw.

Group D Situation

The result puts Sudan & Congo joint top of Group D with 1 point each as the opening fixture of the group. The group also includes Nigeria & Zambia, unlike the other groups which feature 5 team, Group D includes only four nations.

Tournament Overview

The 2025 African Nations Championship CHAN's being co hosted by Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda featuring home based players from across the continent.