Brief Published (Dubai time, UTC+4) · event date: 2026-09-26
The first day of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) qualifiers concluded on Saturday, September 26, with mixed results for the continent’s top teams.
South Africa secured a 2-1 victory over Guinea, marking a strong start to the qualification campaign, according to France 24.
Kenya and Eritrea ended their match in a 1-1 draw, reflecting a balanced contest.
In contrast, Senegal and Egypt failed to win on the opening day, missing key opportunities, as reported by the same media outlet.
The second round of qualifiers, already crucial, is scheduled for September 28, offering these teams a chance to recover.
