Mozambique moved to the top of Group J in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after defeating Sudan 4-1 at the Estádio Nacional do Zimpeto in Maputo on Tuesday.
The Mambas dominated the encounter and took the lead in the 24th minute through Witenis Chimuio Joao Quimpo, also known as Guima.
Chamito Loborino Alfandega doubled Mozambique’s advantage shortly after the restart, scoring in the 46th minute before Ricardo Martins Guimaraes made it 3-0 in the 58th minute.
Chamito completed his brace in the same minute to further increase the hosts’ advantage and put the result beyond doubt.
Sudan managed a late consolation when Yassine Hamed converted from the penalty spot in the 88th minute, but Mozambique held on comfortably for a 4-1 victory.
The result lifted Mozambique to four points from two matches, following their 1-1 draw with Senegal in their opening fixture, while Sudan remained on three points after their earlier 1-0 win over Ethiopia.
Mozambique now lead Group J on goal difference as the qualifying campaign continues.
