There may be at all times one thing particular in regards to the video games between Benin and Sierra Leone. Initially scheduled for 4:30 p.m. at Beshear Stadium, it was ultimately moved to Hulibuga Stadium for a similar time.
On the day of the match, the Cheetahs left the resort at 1:45 pm and arrived at Hulibuga, a distance of 124 kilometers. All accomplished in roughly 1 hour and half-hour. The Benan arrived on the stadium on time. However the identical can’t be mentioned for his or her opponents at this time. Leone Stars arrived a couple of minutes late, forcing the organizers to delay the beginning of the match by round thirty minutes to present each gamers the mandatory time to heat up correctly. Incoming XI coach Gernot ROHR has positioned his belief in Mohamed Tijani. Tamimu Oulu will rejoice his first call-up to the senior staff. Minutes after kick-off, Cheetahs’ star ahead and captain Steve Meunier was injured by Sierra Leone’s Alpha Toure. Sadly, he left his accomplice early. The character of his accidents is unclear right now.
Gernot Rohr was compelled to make his first change. He introduced in Cebio Soukou. The sport grew to become even, with the Cheetahs seeking to monopolize possession of the ball. It labored effectively at first. Mohamed Tijani’s go was clear, as was Cédric Hountondji, who bought the sport off to an ideal begin. Nevertheless, Tamimo missed his go. The Sierra Leoneans regained possession and sanctions got here into impact instantly. A dry cross blow shook the small left web of the cage guarded by Saturnin Aragbe. Mohamed Buya Turay scored (1-0, thirty second match). Regardless of Cesi Dalmeida’s highly effective strike, the rating remained the identical earlier than half-time.
The Cheetahs confirmed extra need within the second half in opposition to a Sierra Leone aspect that was aggressive, difficult and generally tough. She has unhealthy habits, however she additionally has abilities. This was evident when his goalkeeper Ibrahim Saysay made an enormous save on Jodel Dossou’s magnificent and shocking header. In quest of an equalizer, ROHR will introduce Steve Varun Traore, Rodrigo Cosi, Prince Ricardo Dosu and Tosin Ayegun.
After onerous work, the Cheetahs tied the rating on the finish of stoppage time. Tosin Ayegun crossed from the middle to Cedric Hontongui. The massive defender equalized with a superb recreation to open the purpose for the nationwide staff (1-1, 98th +8). Teammate John Roche, who performed your complete second half, additionally carried out effectively. The Cheetahs’ subsequent recreation is scheduled for October 17 in opposition to Madagascar. Gernot Rohr will proceed to push his staff ahead, however above all he will probably be on the lookout for a primary win whereas awaiting the 2026 Soccer World Cup qualifiers, which is able to start with two away video games: South Africa # Benin and Lesotho #Benin.
Supply: TMO/Nationwide Choice