FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF)
09-02 00:00
Live Match
Statistics
H2H
Eritrea
Zambia
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Dangerous Attacks
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Ball Possession
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On Target
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Off Target
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Match Info
The FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) match between Eritrea and Zambia ended in a 0-0 draw on Tuesday, September 2nd. This stalemate leaves both teams with a point in their quest to reach the 2026 World Cup, in a match where defensive organization outweighed attacking flair. Eritrea, playing at home, put in a disciplined and resilient performance to frustrate the more fancied Zambian side. Zambia controlled possession for large periods but struggled to create clear-cut chances against a compact Eritrean defense. The best opportunity of the game fell to Zambia in the second half, but their striker's effort was superbly saved by the Eritrean goalkeeper. The result is a historic and valuable point for Eritrea in World Cup qualifying, while Zambia will view it as two points dropped in their campaign. The Eritrea coach hailed his team's incredible spirit and defensive work, and the Zambia manager expressed frustration at his side's lack of cutting edge in the final third.