2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) U20 bronze medalists The Gambia got off their campaign in the 2023 edition of the junior competition currently being staged in Egypt, off to a perfect start as they recorded a hard fought 1-0 victory over Tunisia in the two team’s Group C opener played on Tuesday evening.In the clash staged at the Alexandria Stadium, Gambia’s determination to get all the three points finally paid off just six minutes from time when Alagie Saine’s bullet header rolled into the back of the net after coming off the keeper’s back when it cannoned off the upright.FULL-TIME! ⏰ Gambia claim all 3️⃣ points against Tunisia in a feisty group C encounter 🔥 #TotalEnergiesAFCONU20 pic.twitter.com/abX7UHs63T— #TotalEnergiesAFCONU20 (@CAF_Online) February 21, 2023 That moment would end up proving to be the most vital moment in the game as the Gambians managed to hold onto the narrow lead as they sealed all the three points.It was a match in which Gambia, who are one of the teams expected to excel in the competition following their third-place finish in the previous tournament in Mauritania, were facing Tunisia for the second consecutive tournament as they secured their bronze medal after beating the Young Carthage Eagles in a 4-2 shootout victory in the 3/4th place playoff.Everything you need to know as Egypt readies to host U20 Africa Cup of NationsThe team managed to maintain their dominance over the North African opponents through the Saine goal that took them to the top of their group as they seek to make the playoffs.In Group C, they have been drawn against Tunisia, Benin and 2017 winners Zambia.The late kick off on Tuesday sees Benin and Zambia face each other at 2000EAT to complete the first round of matches in Group C.Ferdinand Omanyala: The stone that was once rejected but is now Kenya’s athletic cornerstone
