Ryan Isaac Mendes has boosted Cape Verde\u2019s chances of qualifying for the 34th edition of the African Cup of Nations after a 1-0 away win over Eswantini in day four of the qualifiers at the Mbombela Stadium in South Africa.<\/p>\n
After struggling at home break down Eswatini’s wall last week, the Blue Sharks are walked away with all three points this Tuesday.<\/p>\n
The Blue sharks dominated possession in the first segment but failed to score.<\/p>\n
Mendes broke the deadlock at the 56th minute as he put Cape Verde ahead and they protected the lead till the end.<\/p>\n
This victory takes Cape Verde to the second position with seven points, five points away from third place Eswantini and two points below leaders.<\/p>\n
The Blue Sharks have made only three appearances in the tournament, the last of which was in 2021 in Cameroon and will be hoping to make a fourth appearance at this 34th edition.<\/p>\n
They stand a very high chance of qualifying from this group either as first or second, though the positions will be determined after they play group leaders Burkina Faso in their remaining matches.<\/p>\n
Eswantini on the other hand,are looking to make their debut, having being paired in group B alongside regulars in the competition, as they are the lone dreamers. This dream now seems almost impossible.<\/p>\n
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