ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire – Cape Verde has triumphantly secured a spot in the knockout stage of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 with a convincing 3-0 win against Mozambique. The victory was marked by an impressive display of skill and strategy from the Blue Sharks.
The game’s first goal came from Bebe, who delivered a stunning long-distance direct free kick, outwitting Mozambique’s goalkeeper Ernan. Cape Verde’s determination was evident as they continued to press for more goals, leading to a 51st-minute strike by Ryan Mendes, who capitalized on a defensive error to double the lead.
Kevin Lenini added the third goal with a sensational long-range shot, showcasing Cape Verde’s offensive prowess. Mozambique struggled to create significant threats in front of the goal, leaving them with just one point from two games.
Mozambique now faces the challenge of winning against Ghana in their next match to keep their hopes alive for qualification to the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Cape Verde is set to play Egypt in their next fixture on Monday, 22nd, at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny.
This victory is a significant achievement for Cape Verde, demonstrating their potential and competitiveness in the tournament. As the group stage progresses, the team looks forward to continuing its impressive performance in the upcoming knockout rounds.
