AFCON U17: Senegal Relentless Against Struggling SA, Book Semis Slot

It was double joy for the Junior Teranga Lions of Senegal after picking the FIFA U17 World Cup ticket and also securing their spot in the semi-final of the African Cup of Nations in Algeria, sportglitz reports.

After hanging on for 30 minutes, the Amajimbos of South Africa succumbed to the firepower of the Senegalese and conceded 3 goals in 10 minutes.

Two South African defenders William Rennecke and Wallis scored two own goals in 2 minutes ( 36′ and 38′) to give Senegal a comfortable lead.

Ibrahima Sadio sealed the game with the 3rd goal before Omar Sall added 2 goals to make it 5-0 and ensured that Senegal progressed in the competition.

They await the winners between Nigeria and Burkina Faso in the semi-final.