AFCON 2025: Algeria 3-0 Sudan Match Report – 24 December 2025

ALGERIA STARTS AFCON 2025 WITH A STATEMENT WIN

Algeria kicked off their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 campaign in emphatic fashion on 24 December 2025, defeating Sudan 3-0 in their Group E opener at the Stade Prince Moulay El Hassan in Rabat, Morocco. Confédération Africaine de Football+1

📊 Final Score

Algeria 3 – 0 Sudan
📅 Date: 24 December 2025
🏟️ Venue: Stade Prince Moulay El Hassan, Rabat Confédération Africaine de Football

⚽️ Goal Scorers

• Riyad Mahrez opened the scoring just 2 minutes into the game with a composed finish, putting Algeria ahead early. SuperSport

• Mahrez struck again in the 61st minute to double Algeria’s lead, converting a clever assist from Mohamed Amine Amoura. SuperSport

• Ibrahim Maza sealed the victory in the 85th minute after reacting quickly to a headed knockdown, ensuring Algeria’s 3–0 win. Confédération Africaine de Football

This performance marked Algeria’s first victory in AFCON finals since 2019 and saw captain Riyad Mahrez add to his tournament legacy with a brace. Confédération Africaine de Football

🟨 Red Card & Match Dynamics

• Sudan were reduced to 10 men before halftime when defender Sala El-Din Adel received a second yellow card, shifting momentum heavily in Algeria’s favour. Confédération Africaine de Football

Despite the numerical advantage, Algeria controlled possession while also exploiting space on the flanks and creating chances through quick passing combinations. SuperSport

📌 Implications for Group E

With this dominant performance, Algeria tops Group E with three crucial points and a strong goal difference. Their next match is set against Burkina Faso, who also opened with a win. Olympics

Sudan will now look to regroup as they seek their first points in the group stage. Olympics

🏆 Match Summary

Algeria: 3
Sudan: 0

Goals:

• Riyad Mahrez (2)

• Ibrahim Maza (85’) Confédération Africaine de Football

Stay tuned for more AFCON 2025 results, fixtures, and analysis.