The Central African Republic secured a narrow 1-0 home victory over Chad in a FIFA World Cup CAF qualification derby match on June 6, 2024. The Wild Beasts claimed local bragging rights and three crucial points in a tense and physical encounter against their neighbors. The only goal of the game came from a moment of quality, perhaps a well-struck shot from distance or a headed finish from a corner, breaking the deadlock in a match of few clear opportunities. Chad fought hard for an equalizer, but the Central African Republic defense, marshaled by their captain, stood firm to preserve the clean sheet. This victory provided a massive boost to the Central African Republic's qualification campaign, while for Chad it was a disappointing defeat in a match they would have targeted for points.