Despite being considered the underdog, Senegal started the match proactively and created a series of opportunities. After Ismaila Sarr missed a golden chance in the 13th minute, Habib Diarra seized the opportunity after a shot hit the post to score the rebound, giving the "Teranga Lions" the lead.
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Belgium faced many difficulties against Senegal. |
It wasn't until the very last minute of the first half that Belgium had a clear chance. A curling shot from outside the penalty area by number 5, Maxim De Cuyper, forced the Senegal goalkeeper to make a spectacular save.
Witnessing his players' ineffective performance, coach Rudi Garcia had to bring Romelu Lukaku onto the field at the start of the second half. Before the striker born in 1993 could make his mark, Belgium conceded a second goal in the 51st minute. Moussa Niakhate delivered a perfect pass to Ismaila Sarr, who broke free, outmuscled Arthur Theate, and unleashed a decisive shot, giving Thibaut Courtois no chance to save it.
Source: https://znews.vn/bi-0-2-senegal-tham-hoa-voi-quy-do-post1665241.html
































































