CAF CL: Horoya Leapfrog Simba In Group C

Horoya nicked a 1-0 win off Simba in the opening game of group C of the TotalEnergies CAF champions league.

The only Guinean representative in competition
African did not miss its first step.

21-year-old forward Pape Abdou Ndiaye put a header for the opener in in the 19th minute.

Half an hour into the game, the Simba tried to restore parity. However, without success. It was on a one-nil scoreline that referee whistles for half-time.

Upon resumption in the second half, the locals regained control over the game.

This pressing will allowed Horoya obtain a penalty in the 70th minute. N’diaye stepped up but couldn’t get his brace as he missed from the spot. The missed penalty inadvertently didn’t affect the complexion of the game as it ended 1-0 for the home side.

Horoya AC shares the top of Group C with Raja. Horoya are 2nd with a goal average of + 1, while Raja has a heightened 4 goal advantage. Simba are 3rd with zero points with -1 and Vipers are rock bottom.