Uganda Cranes secured a crucial 1-0 victory over South Sudan on Friday at Mandela National Stadium, keeping her AFCON 2025 dreams alive.
Bevis Mugabi’s 47th-minute strike proved decisive, as Uganda dominated the match but faced resilient defense from South Sudan.
The first half saw Uganda create several chances through Rogers Mato, Denis Omedi, and Jude Ssemugabi, but South Sudan’s goalkeeper kept them at bay.
The breakthrough came in the second-half when Mugabi capitalized on a rebound from close range. Substitute Allan Okello provided the spark, delivering a short corner kick that led to the goal.
South Sudan pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but defender Halidi Lwaliwa’s goal-line clearance in stoppage time secured Uganda’s win.
Uganda will face South Sudan on Tuesday at Juba Stadium.
