US EditionAfrica: CHAN 2024 - Uganda Edge Out South Africa As Algeria Squeeze Into Quarter-Finals
Uganda advanced as Group C leaders with seven points, overcoming seven previous group-stage exits in the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship 2024, officials said.
- Uganda drew 3-3 with South Africa on Monday night in Kampala to secure a historic spot in the CHAN 2024 quarter-finals.
- Uganda needed only a draw to advance after accumulating seven points in Group C, ahead of Algeria and South Africa who each had six points.
- South Africa led 3-1 late in the game but collapsed under pressure as Uganda scored twice in the final minutes, including a 96th-minute equaliser by Rogers Torach.
- The match was played before 34,194 fans at Mandela National Stadium, with key moments confirmed by VAR and Uganda benefiting from a penalty converted by Allan Okello.
- Uganda’s advancement marks their first time topping the group and progressing beyond the CHAN group stages, while South Africa was eliminated on goal difference.
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