๐‰๐ฎ๐›๐š | ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”๐ญ๐ก ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐œ๐ก, ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” โ€”South Sudanโ€™s national team, the Bright Star, delivered a masterclass in clinical football, dismantling Djibouti with a 4-0 victory in the opening leg of the AFCON Preliminary Round. The win puts South Sudan in a commanding position as they eye advancement in the continental qualifiers.

The deadlock was broken in the 31st minute by Teng Mawien Kuol, whose precise strike set the tone for the afternoon. The momentum carried into the second half when Bangasi Justin rose highest to tuck away a โ€œbeautiful headerโ€ at the 48-minute mark. Captain Peter Manyang then led by example, surging from the back to net a third goal in the 65th minute, before Keer Mangar finalized the rout at 80 minutes.

Head coach Cyprian Ashu praised the squadโ€™s discipline, stating the team was โ€œfully readyโ€ for the challenge. Captain Manyang echoed this confidence, noting that the victory was a testament to their collective preparation and focus.