Facing Benin and Botswana, Senegal and DR Congo both won their matches with the same 3-0 scoreline, confirming their total dominance in Group D.
For the Leopards, Gaël Kakuta delivered a standout performance: in his first start of the season, the 34-year-old attacker scored a brace and provided an assist with an inspired backheel pass to Mbuku.
For Senegal, the celebration was marred by a player’s red card in the 71st minute. A significant loss for the 2021 African champions ahead of the round of 16.
Standings
1) Senegal, 7 pts (+6), 2) DR Congo, 7 pts (+4), 3) Benin, 3 pts, 4) Botswana, 0 pts