Tunisia/Uganda: Cranes Hold Tunisia to Draw in Afcon 2027 Qualifier Opener

Uganda Cranes opened their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 qualification campaign with a 1-1 draw against Tunisia in Radès on Thursday night, earning a point after coming from behind.

Tunisia took an early lead, but Uganda responded after the break through Rogers Mato to secure a draw against the Carthage Eagles at the Hammadi Agrebi Stadium.

The hosts went ahead in the 12th minute when Alaa Arous finished from Khalil Ayari’s assist, leaving Uganda trailing at half-time.

The Cranes remained in…