Mozambique defeated Uganda 3-1 in a World Cup qualifier on March 20, 2025, moving to first place in Group C. Pepo scored twice, while Ratifo contributed another goal. Uganda struggled after losing a player to a red card, resulting in back-to-back defeats for their team.
On March 20, Mozambique secured a vital 3-1 victory against Uganda in the 2026 World Cup qualifier, positioning themselves at the top of Group C. The match took place at the Cairo International Stadium, where both teams aimed to enhance their standings in the qualification process. With this win, Mozambique moved three points ahead of Algeria, while Uganda remained in fifth place following two consecutive defeats.
The match began energetically with Mozambique scoring early. Pepo struck first in the third minute with a powerful shot. However, Uganda responded quickly, with Muhammad Shaban equalizing in the seventh minute, courtesy of an assist from Allan Okello. Just nine minutes later, Pepo reclaimed the lead for Mozambique with another impressive goal.
The game turned in Mozambique’s favor as Uganda faced a major setback. Denis Omedi received a red card for a foul on Geny Catamo, resulting in Uganda playing a man down. Following this, Stanley Ratifo extended Mozambique’s lead in stoppage time at the end of the first half, ensuring a dominant position as the teams headed into halftime.
While Mozambique had additional chances to extend their lead, including a notable attempt from Gildo Lourenco and a close call when a shot from Jude Ssemugabi hit the crossbar, the score remained unchanged. Both teams made substitutions in the closing stages, but neither could find the net again. Ultimately, Mozambique claimed their third victory out of five qualifying matches, reinforcing their ambition for World Cup participation.
In summary, Mozambique’s emphatic 3-1 win over Uganda enabled them to rise to the top of Group C in the World Cup qualifiers, highlighting Pepo’s remarkable performance with two goals. Uganda, despite a strong start, faced difficulties, notably with Omedi’s red card, which limited their chances of recovery. The outcome solidifies Mozambique’s standing as a formidable contender in the qualifying rounds as they strive for World Cup glory.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
