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Kampala, August 18, 2025 — In one of the most electrifying matches of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2025, Uganda Cranes held South Africa’s Bafana Bafana to a dramatic 3-3 draw at the Mandela National Stadium, securing their first-ever spot in the CHAN quarterfinals.
🔥 Match Summary
Uganda struck first in the 31st minute through Jude Ssemugabi, igniting a stadium packed with over 34,000 fans. But South Africa roared back in the second half:
- Ramahlwe Mphahlele equalized in the 52nd minute after a tense VAR review
- Thabiso Kutumela made it 2-1 just six minutes later
- Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo added a third in the 83rd minute, seemingly sealing the win
Yet Uganda refused to fold. In a stunning late comeback:
- Allan Okello converted a penalty in the 88th minute
- Rogers Torach, the captain, buried a second penalty in stoppage time to level the score
📊 Group C Standings After the Match
| Team | Points | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇬 Uganda | 7 | +3 |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | 6 | +2 |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 6 | +1 |
| 🇬🇳 Guinea | 4 | -1 |
| 🇳🇪 Niger | 2 | -3 |
Uganda topped the group, edging out Algeria and South Africa on goal difference.
🎙️ Coaches React
- Morley Byekwaso (Uganda): “We kept believing. Today we are through to the next stage.”
- Molefi Ntseki (South Africa): “We scored three goals and created chances, but dropped points that were practically in our hands.”
📺 Streaming & Coverage
- Broadcast: SuperSport, beIN Sports
- Kickoff Time: August 18, 8 PM local (10:30 PM IST)
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