Malawi defeated Comoros 2-0, South Africa drew 1-1 with Egypt, and Gambia and Gabon played to a 0-0 stalemate in the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2025 Qualifiers. The return legs are set for early March, with all teams focusing on securing advancement to the next stage of the competition.
The TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2025 Qualifiers saw significant matches in the first leg of the second qualification stage. Malawi showcased dominance with a 2-0 victory against Comoros, while South Africa managed a 1-1 draw with Egypt in a hard-fought clash. Gambia and Gabon ended their match in a goalless draw, leaving all teams focused on the upcoming return legs.
In the match between Malawi and Comoros, Malawi’s tactical execution proved vital. Binwell Katinji opened the scoring in the 44th minute, capitalizing on Comoros’ defensive error. With Comoros struggling to penetrate Malawi’s solid defense, Zebron Kalima sealed the win by scoring in stoppage time, allowing Malawi a crucial advantage heading into the second leg on March 8.
South Africa’s encounter with Egypt was marked by resilience. After trailing due to Hassan Abdelaal’s stunning long-range shot in the 75th minute, South Africa equalized through Jamie Webber’s powerful strike. Despite late attempts to clinch the win, Egypt’s defense held strong, securing an important away goal with the return leg set for March 9.
The opening match featured Gambia and Gabon in a 0-0 stalemate, with both teams unable to find the back of the net. Gabon’s strong defensive performance earned them a valuable away draw, setting the stage for their home advantage in the second leg on March 8. All teams are now gearing up for decisive return fixtures to secure advancement in the tournament.
First Leg Results:
– Gambia 0-0 Gabon (February 28, 2025)
– Comoros 0-2 Malawi (March 2, 2025)
– South Africa 1-1 Egypt (March 2, 2025)
Second Leg Fixtures:
– Malawi vs. Comoros – March 8, 2025 | 13:00 GMT
– Gabon vs. Gambia – March 8, 2025 | 15:00 GMT
– Egypt vs. South Africa – March 9, 2025 | 19:30 GMT
With the first leg matches concluded, all six teams now await the critical second leg games to determine their fates in the CHAN 2025 qualification process.
This summary highlights the crucial matches in the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2025 Qualifiers. Malawi secured a firm advantage with a 2-0 win, while South Africa’s draw with Egypt keeps their hopes alive. Gambia and Gabon’s goalless draw keeps the competition close as teams prepare for decisive return legs that will determine who advances.
Original Source: www.cafonline.com
