AFCON 2021: Senegal – Malawi Ends With A ‘Win – Win’ Draw

Hooked by Malawi (0-0) Senegal validated their ticket for the round of 16 of AFCON 2021 on Tuesday, at the end of the third day in the group. B.

Senegal were left clinging on to top spot after a sluggish performance saw them held to a goalless draw by Malawi.

Without really roaring as the favorites that they are in their 3 group games, Senegal finished leaders of Group B of the 2021 African Cup of Nations.

Malawi just needed a goal to change the whole look of the group, but they were left cursing VAR after having a very tight-looking penalty decision overturned in the second half by referee Ngwa Blaise.

The Terenga Lions grabbed 5 points, after drawing on Tuesday, January 18, against Malawi. Aliou Cissé’s men will be accompanied by Guinea who took second place in the group despite their defeat against Zimbabwe (2-1). The Flames of Malawi have 4 points and are in poll position for the best third place, thanks to Comoros’ win over Ghana.