Sudan's football team continues its remarkable journey in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, holding Senegal to a goalless draw on neutral ground despite the backdrop of civil war. Goalkeeper Mohamed Mostafa's key saves and missed opportunities by both teams showcased a tightly contested match. As they sit at the top of Group B, Sudan's impressive form follows their qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, raising hopes among fans for a World Cup debut. Recent fixtures remain critical as they aim to secure a place in the tournament next year.
Sadio Mane came closest to a winner for the visitors late on in Benina, Libya, but saw an attempted chip saved by Sudan keeper Mohamed Mostafa.
The Falcons of Jediane sit a point clear of DR Congo at the top of Group B halfway through the African campaign, with Senegal a point further behind.
Sudan coach James Kwesi Appiah has got supporters dreaming of reaching the World Cup finals for the first time.
In the nine-month hiatus since the last qualifying fixtures the Sudanese had remarkably booked a place at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations - eliminating four-time continental champions Ghana along the way.
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