Zebras� AFCON hopes fade

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Battling: Zebras striker, Jerome Ramatlhakwana battles with Senegal's Gheikhon Konyate (8) while man of the match, Sadilo Mane looks on PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The Zebras’ hopes of reaching a second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals were dealt a cruel blow when they bravely went down 2-0 to Senegal in a Group G encounter at the National Stadium last night.

In typical smash and grab fashion, Senegal pocketed a breakaway goal midway through the first half, before sewing up the tie with a late second. All goals came against the run of play as the Zebras bravely fought their more illustrious opponents. The match began with captain, Joel Mogorosi, who was unusually off-colour, spooning an effort high and wide in the fifth minute after making good space.

A sparse crowd turned up to watch the team, which put up a good fight against a lethargic Senegal. The Senegalese served their first notice of intent in the seventh minute when Sadio Mane posted into Stephane Badji head but veteran goalkeeper, Modiri Marumo saved.

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Zebras� AFCON hopes fade

The Zebras’ hopes of reaching a second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals were dealt a cruel blow when they bravely went down 2-0 to Senegal in a Group G encounter at the National Stadium last night.

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