In a thrilling African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025 matchup, Guinea edged out Niger 1-0 in a fiercely contested match. The lone goal came early in the second half, courtesy of Mamadou Bangoura, who capitalized on a clinical assist from Aboubacar Bangoura to seal the victory.
Both teams showed grit and determination, but Guinea’s tactical discipline and well-coordinated substitutions made the difference. The win boosts Guinea’s confidence in the group stages, while Niger will return to the drawing board to reassess its strategy.
🕒 First Half: Disallowed Goal Keeps Scores Level
The match kicked off with intensity as both teams aimed to dominate possession. Niger appeared to draw first blood in the 34th minute, when Goumey A. thought he had given his team the lead. However, the celebrations were short-lived as the goal was ruled out for offside after a quick intervention.
Despite several promising plays, the first half ended in a 0-0 draw, with both defenses holding strong and the goalkeepers barely tested.
🔥 Second Half: Bangoura Breaks the Deadlock
Just two minutes into the second half (47’), Guinea made their breakthrough. A brilliant run and delivery by Bangoura A. found Bangoura M., who made no mistake, slotting the ball into the net to give Guinea the crucial lead.
Key Second-Half Moments:
- 56’: Yellow card for Drame O., highlighting rising tensions.
- 60’–75’: Multiple substitutions from both sides aimed at injecting energy and finding that extra spark.
- 89’: Sankhon I. came on for Bangoura A., reinforcing Guinea’s defense for the final push.
- 90+7’: A final booking for Sankhon I. sealed a nervy end to the game, but Guinea held firm.
📊 Match Stats Summary
| Category | Niger | Guinea |
| Goals | 0 | 1 |
| Disallowed Goals | 1 (offside) | 0 |
| Substitutions | 5 | 5 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
| Possession | ~50% | ~50% |
| Shots on Target | Limited | Few, but clinical |
(Note: Some detailed stats were unavailable but inferred based on match flow)
🎯 Bangoura: The Match Hero
Mamadou Bangoura proved to be the game-changer. His movement, awareness, and goal-scoring instincts were top-notch, showing why he’s considered a rising star in Guinean football.
With just one chance, he delivered – a quality any striker would envy.
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🗓️ What’s Next?
Guinea will be aiming to continue their winning streak in the next fixture, while Niger faces a must-win situation in their upcoming game. With the competition heating up, every match matters.
Stay tuned for more CHAN 2025 updates, and keep your eyes on the Tanzanian players and teams that continue to inspire!
