Mozambique Shock Gabon in Historic AFCON Victory
AFCON 2025 | Group F
Mozambique made history on Sunday night as they claimed their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations victory, defeating Gabon 3–2 in a thrilling Group F encounter.
⚽ Match Result
Gabon 2–3 Mozambique
🏟️ Venue
Stade Adrar, Agadir
🔥 How the Game Unfolded
Mozambique started the match with confidence and were rewarded in the 37th minute when Faisal Bangal headed home from a corner to open the scoring.
Just five minutes later, Geny Catamo calmly converted from the penalty spot to double Mozambique’s lead and stun Gabon.
Gabon responded before halftime as captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang pulled one back in stoppage time, giving his side hope going into the break.
However, early in the second half, Mozambique struck again. Diogo Calila rose highest to head in a third goal, restoring their two-goal advantage.
Gabon pushed hard in the closing stages and scored late through Alex Moucketou-Moussounda, but it was not enough to deny Mozambique a famous win.
🏆 A Night to Remember for Mozambique
This victory marks a historic milestone for Mozambique, ending a long wait for their first AFCON finals win since debuting in the competition decades ago. The result has blown Group F wide open and boosted Mozambique’s chances of reaching the knockout stage.
📊 What It Means
✅ Mozambique earn a crucial 3 points and new belief
❌ Gabon now face serious pressure heading into their final group match
⚔️ Group F remains highly competitive with qualification still undecided
