Senegal gets its AFCON 2025 campaign started with victory over Botswana

France 24•Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:52:56 PM

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Senegal gets its AFCON 2025 campaign started with victory over Botswana

Senegal commenced its Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over Botswana in Tangier, bolstered by a standout performance from Nicolas Jackson, who scored twice. This win positions Senegal, the reigning AFCON champions, as a formidable contender in the tournament.
The victory is significant for Senegal as it not only marks a strong start in their title defense but also reinforces their status as one of the favorites in the tournament, following their previous success in AFCON 2021.
The AFCON 2025 tournament, hosted in Morocco, has generated considerable excitement, with other teams like Morocco also showcasing their strength, as evidenced by their opening match win against Comoros. This competitive landscape highlights the growing intensity of African football and the potential for emerging narratives as teams vie for continental supremacy.

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