In a thrilling encounter at the CCM Kirumba Stadium, Tanzania’s Young Africans emerged victorious with a 2-0 win against South African team Marumo Gallants in the first leg of the 2022/23 CAF Confederation Cup semi-final on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
The match started off with a lack of goals in the first half, leaving fans eagerly awaiting some action. However, in the 64th minute, Burkina Faso international Stephane Aziz Ki of Young Africans delivered a brilliant strike to break the deadlock and give his team the lead.
As the game approached its conclusion, tension grew on the field. In the 92nd minute, Ghanaian international Bernard Morrison, playing for Young Africans, sealed the victory for his side by scoring his first goal of the competition, doubling their advantage.
With this impressive win, Young Africans now hold a significant 2-0 advantage over Marumo Gallants as they head into the eagerly anticipated second leg of the semi-finals. The return leg is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, May 17.
Football enthusiasts around the continent will be eagerly following the clash between these two formidable teams, as they battle it out for a coveted spot in the final of the CAF Confederation Cup.