Two goals in 18 minutes from forward Nicolas Jackson set the tone for Senegal’s Group D win over Botswana at AFCON 2025.
Senegal secured a 3-0 victory over Botswana in their AFCON 2025 opener, with Bayern Munich’s Nicolas Jackson scoring twice, including a goal just before half-time and another shortly after. Cherif Ndiaye added a third goal in the final minute, solidifying Senegal’s position at the top of Group D. The match showcased Senegal’s dominance, as they outperformed Botswana, ranked 119 places lower in the world. Both teams are expected to vie for qualification, with Botswana needing a win in their next match against Benin.
