Guinea emerged as the biggest winner among African national teams participating in the inaugural FIFA Series. Under the strategic guidance of coach Kaba Diawara, Guinea secured a resounding 6-0 victory over Vanuatu in a match held in Saudi Arabia. Morlaye Silla and Mamadou Keita proved instrumental, each scoring a brace for Syli Nationale. Assmane Kamara and Kandet Diawara contributed to the scoring frenzy, sealing an emphatic win for Guinea.
Meanwhile, Cape Verde also tasted victory on Saudi soil, defeating Guyana 1-0. The lone goal came from Ryan Mendes, a key player who showcased his prowess during Cape Verde’s impressive quarter-final run in the recent TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations.
In Annaba, Algeria, South Africa faced Andorra in a tightly contested match that ended in a 1-1 draw. Andorra took an early lead with a goal from Ricard Fernandez Petrio in the 5th minute, only for Bafana Bafana to equalize through Elias Sifiso Mokoena in the 25th minute.
In another friendly encounter, Ethiopia clashed with Lesotho, with Lesotho emerging victorious with a 2-1 scoreline.
These matches mark an important opportunity for African teams to gain valuable match practice and exposure against opponents from different confederations. As the international break continues, more fixtures, including those in the FIFA Series, are set to take place, providing further opportunities for African teams to hone their skills on the global stage.
