The Digest:
Manchester United forward Amad Diallo scored his second goal of the tournament to secure a 1–1 draw for Ivory Coast against Cameroon in a tightly contested Africa Cup of Nations group match. Diallo broke the deadlock early in the second half before an unfortunate own goal leveled the score, leaving both teams well-positioned to advance from Group F.
Key Points:
- Amad Diallo scored in the 51st minute with a left-footed strike
- Ivory Coast’s lead lasted only five minutes before an own goal equalized
- The draw gives both teams four points from their first two matches
- Franck Kessie came close to restoring the lead with a headed chance saved
- Diallo also scored in the Ivory Coast’s opening match against Mozambique
- The result leaves Group F finely balanced heading into the final round
- Cameroon and the Ivory Coast remain in strong contention for the knockout stage
Sources: AFCON Match Report
