Sudan 0, Algeria 3

RABAT, Morocco (Interstat) — In a commanding Africa Cup of Nations group stage match Wednesday, Algeria delivered a decisive 3-0 victory over Sudan, a result that defied one pregame projection while solidifying its status as a tournament contender. Playing at Stade Prince Héritier Moulay Hassan, the Algerian side took control of the match almost immediately. Star forward Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring in just the second minute, finishing a play from the left side to stun the Sudanese defense and electrify the pro-Algeria crowd in Rabat. Sudan’s task grew exponentially more difficult midway through the first half. Defender Salah Adil,… Read more...