Mane scores as Senegal and DR Congo play out a draw
Sadio Mane netted a crucial equaliser as Senegal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their AFCON Group D clash. Cedric Bakambu opened the scoring for DR Congo before Mane levelled the match in the second half. Senegal dominated much of the first half but failed to convert their chances. The result keeps Senegal at the top of Group D on goal difference.
Match highlights
- Cedric Bakambu scored for DR Congo in the 60th minute after a save from Edouard Mendy.
- Sadio Mane equalised eight minutes later, finishing a rebound from Ibrahim Mbaye's effort.
- Senegal created several first-half chances, with Nicolas Jackson and Ismaila Sarr going close.
- Both teams are level on points in Group D, with Senegal ahead on goal difference.
- Mane was named man of the match and praised DR Congo's defensive performance.
