Mauritania recorded a first-ever win at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament on Tuesday night when the team defeated Algeria.
The win is set to send Mauritania to the knockout stage of the 2023 edition of the AFCON currently ongoing in Ivory Coast.
The game between Mauritania and Algeria today was played at Stade de la Paix.
In a game serving as their final Group D game at the 2023 AFCON, both national teams needed a win to advance to the next tournament round.
After fighting throughout the match, Mauritania stunned Algeria to secure victory thanks to a solitary strike from Mohamed Dellahi Yali in the 37th minute.
Despite the efforts of Algeria, especially in the second half, there was no goal for the two-time champions of the continental showpiece.
In the other Group D game played today, Angola defeated Burkina Faso to win the group.
Despite the defeat, Burkina Faso has also secured qualification to the knockout stage of the 2023 AFCON with four points.
