Niger and Sudan have qualified for the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN). Niger advanced following a goalless draw with Togo, while Sudan secured their spot with a 2-1 victory over Ethiopia, resulting in a 4-1 aggregate. The tournament will occur from February 1 to 28, 2025, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
Niger has secured a spot in the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) after a goalless draw with Togo in their second-leg match on Friday. The Mena A’ team advanced based on the away goals rule, having previously drawn 1-1 in the first leg held in Lomé. This outcome marks Niger’s fifth appearance in the CHAN finals, establishing their reputation as a consistent competitor in the tournament.
Sudan became the first team to qualify for the 2024 CHAN, triumphing over Ethiopia with a 2-1 victory in their second-leg encounter on Wednesday. This, combined with a 2-0 win in the first leg, allowed the Nile Crocodiles to advance comfortably with a 4-1 aggregate score. Amid a supportive home crowd, Sudan maintained a strong hold on the match, exhibiting significant control in both encounters.
Sudan took an early lead in the match when Musa Kanti scored in the 16th minute, increasing the pressure on Ethiopia. Despite Ethiopia’s attempts to recover, including a goal from Bekele Berhane in the 65th minute, Sudan quickly responded, with team captain Mohamed Abdelrahman restoring their lead just four minutes later. The result confirmed Sudan’s fourth qualification for the CHAN tournament.
The qualifiers are ongoing, with several teams vying for the remaining places. Notably, Burkina Faso faces a challenging task of overcoming a 2-0 first-leg deficit against Côte d’Ivoire, while Cameroon seeks to defend their slim advantage over the Central African Republic. The final spots for the CHAN 2024 tournament are to be determined on Sunday, as Mali attempts to rebound from a previous loss against Mauritania.
The eagerly awaited tournament is set to take place from February 1 to 28, 2025, and will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. CHAN serves as an important platform for players from domestic leagues to demonstrate their talents on a larger stage, enhancing the visibility of local football talent.
To summarize, Niger and Sudan have successfully qualified for the 2024 TotalEnergies CHAN, with Niger advancing on away goals and Sudan winning their aggregate matchup against Ethiopia. As the tournament approaches, additional teams will continue to vie for the remaining qualification spots. The upcoming CHAN promises to showcase local talent and foster competitive spirit among African nations.
Original Source: www.cafonline.com
