South Sudan and Mauritania played out a 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF) fixture on November 22, 2023. The match at the Stade de Marrakech in Morocco was a closely fought contest, with both teams showing defensive resilience but lacking a cutting edge in attack. The Bright Stars of South Sudan earned a valuable point against a Mauritanian side that has qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations in recent years. The draw was a positive result for South Sudan's development, while Mauritania will have been frustrated not to turn their possession into goals. The shared points meant both teams started their campaigns unbeaten but seeking more firepower.