AFCON 2027 Qualifier: Guinea-Bissau Snatch Late Draw Against Madagascar

Guinea-Bissau scored an 84th-minute equaliser to hold Madagascar to a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifying Group L encounter.

Madagascar appeared set for victory after Warren Caddy broke the deadlock in the 59th minute, giving the hosts a 1-0 advantage.

However, Guinea-Bissau fought back and restored parity six minutes from time through Renato Nhaga, whose 84th-minute strike secured a valuable away point for the visitors.

The first half ended goalless despite efforts from both sides, with Guinea-Bissau’s Jefferson Encada receiving a booking in the 18th minute.

Madagascar made further attempts to protect their advantage after taking the lead, with Nicolas Randriamanampisoa, Johan N’zi and Radoniaina Rabemanantsoa involved in the second-half action.

However, Nhaga’s late intervention ensured the points were shared at full-time.

The result leaves both teams with work to do in their quest to secure qualification from Group L, which also features three-time African champions Nigeria and Tanzania.

However, Nhaga’s late intervention ensured the points were shared at full-time.