Zambia recorded their first win at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations edging past Senegal 3-2 in pulsating encounter on Wednesday.
The Copper Queens, who were held to a 2-2 draw by hosts Atlas Lionesses of Morocco in the tournament’s opening fixture put up a fine display against the Senegalese.
Senegal forward Nguenar Ndiaye stunned the title contenders after five minutes
Ndiaye latched onto a through ball from Méta Kandé and coolly finished past goalkeeper Ng’ambo Musole to stun the title contenders.
Zambia responded immediately equalising through captain Barbara Banda.
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The striker rifled into the top corner after a slick assist from Racheal Kundananji.
Zambia took the lead for the first time in the game six minutes after the break.
Kundananji turned scorer showing great skill to convert from inside the box.
Banda extended Zambia’s lead in the 73rd minute with her second of the night, reacting fastest to a corner and firing home from close range.
Ndiaye converted from the penalty spot 10 minutes from time to hand Senegal a lifeline.
The win lifts Zambia to four points in Group A, while Senegal, who had been eyeing early qualification, must now regroup ahead of their final group match against hosts Morocco.
By Adeboye Amosu
