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Belaili fires physical Algeria to win over Senegal

Forward Youcef Belaili struck early in the second half as Algeria edged Senegal 1-0 in a physical game at the Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday.
May 17, 2023, 12:22 am - Reuters

Match Timeline

Senegal
Algeria
  • KO
  • 15
  • 20
  • 24
  • 39
  • HT
  • 49
  • 63
  • 73
  • 80
  • 86
  • 86
  • 90+2
  • FT

Match Commentary

90'+4'
Match ends, Senegal 0, Algeria 1.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Senegal 0, Algeria 1.
90'+4'
Attempt missed. Sadio Mané (Senegal) header from the centre of the box is too high. Assisted by Henri Saivet with a cross following a corner.
Match Stats
SENALG
Possession
54.6%
45.454.6
45.4%
Shots on Goal
2
2
Shot Attempts
12
8
Yellow Cards
2
2
Corner Kicks
6
4
Saves
1
2