LILONGWE- Guinea ended its CAN 2023 qualifying campaign in Ivory Coast. And Syli closed this African campaign by conceding a draw (2-2) against Malawi in Lilongwe. In this match played at the Bingu National stadium where the pitch leaves something to be desired, the Guineans were quickly surprised after the locals opened the score before the half-hour mark..
The score was in favor of the Malawians after the first 45 minutes of the match. Returning from the break, Syli pushed to equalize and overthrew the locals in two minutes. First, Aguibou Camara with a superb strike from the left equalizes (1-1, 54th), before the second goal scored by defender Saifou sow, who entered the game at half-time (2-1, 56th) . But due to lack of vigilance, the Guineans will be punished and concede a draw from a corner in the final moments. With 10 points, Guinea closes these CAN qualifiers with this draw result, and finishes in second place in the ranking behind Egypt and its 15 points. Now, Kaba Diawara and his men will now prepare for the first two days of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Syli will play against Uganda and Zimbabwe next November.
HERE IS THE FINAL CLASSIFICATION OF THE SYLI POOL AT THE CAN 2023 QUALIFIERS
1- Egypt (15 points)
2- Guinea (10 points)
3- Malawi (5 points)
4- Ethiopia (4 points)
