Congo defeat former champs Libya to storm quarters
Congo have defeated Libya 1-0 to qualify for the quarter final stage at the on-going Total Africa Nations Championship 2020 in Cameroon.
The explosive Group B match played at the Japoma Stadium in Douala saw the two teams come all out in search of early goals, but the first half ended goalless.
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But Congoâs goalkeeper Pavelh Ndzila had earlier made a good save punching out Muetaz Al Mehdiâs shot after 11 minutes. Jaures Ngombe also came close for Congo after 14 minutes, but missed the target by inches.
In the second half the Red Devils of Congo returned charged and took the lead after 52 minutes. The Libyan defenders failed to intercept a high cross giving Cautrand Ngouenimba a clear chance to finish from close range.