Doha: The Sudanese national football team has qualified for the Arab Cup, set to be held in Qatar from 1-18 December, after defeating Lebanon Thursday evening at Al-Gharafa Stadium in Doha, in the tournament’s qualifying playoff.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Sudanese team faced a challenging situation during the match after their striker, John Manu, was sent off in the 22nd minute of the first half. Despite being outnumbered, Lebanon initially capitalized on their advantage by scoring the opening goal. However, Sudan responded with resilience and managed to equalize later in the first half through a goal by defender Mustafa Karshom.
In the second half, Sudan demonstrated greater determination and persistence, overcoming the numerical disadvantage. Yassir Jobak scored the decisive go-ahead goal, cutting in from the second flank and skillfully placing the ball into the net. This goal not only secured Sudan’s victory but also their qualification, much to the delight of the large Sudanese crowd present at the stadium.
Sudan is set to compete in the Arab Cup in Qatar in Group D, where they will face defending champion Algeria, as well as Iraq and Bahrain.