Tanzania have started their CHAN 2024 campaign in style with a solid 2–0 win over Burkina Faso in the tournament opener at a packed Benjamin Mkapa Stadium.
The Taifa Stars made their intentions clear from the start, driven forward by a lively home crowd. Their breakthrough came in the first half when Sulaiman Abdul calmly slotted home from the penalty spot after a Burkina Faso defender was penalized for handball. The goal gave Tanzania a deserved lead going into the break.
In the second half, the hosts kept up the pressure. Their second came through Hussein M, capping off a well-worked team move that highlighted Tanzania’s growing confidence and sharpness in front of goal.
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Burkina Faso had a few promising moments but struggled to break down a well-organized Tanzanian defense. The home side’s goalkeeper stepped up when needed, pulling off a couple of important saves to preserve the clean sheet.
The win gives Tanzania an early boost in their group and sets a strong tone for the rest of the tournament, which is being held across East Africa.
In conclusion, this win against Burkina Faso has given the Taifa Stars momentum to focus on the next match in their group stage.
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