Guirassy Stoppage-Time Stunner Secures Crucial Win for Guinea over DR Congo

Guinea's late goal gives them a vital 2-1 victory

Guinea came from behind to earn a dramatic 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B opener on Monday, thanks to a stoppage-time winner from Morgan Guilavogui. DR Congo took the lead through Ben Malango's first-half strike, but Guinea hit back through Aly Keita just after the hour-mark.

Match Highlights

• Guinea started the game strongly and created several chances in the opening stages.
• DR Congo grew into the game and took the lead through a powerful header from Malango.
• Guinea came out with renewed purpose in the second half and were rewarded when Keita levelled the scores.
• The game looked set to end in a draw, but Guilavogui popped up with a dramatic winner in the final seconds.

The win gives Guinea a crucial three points in a tough group that also contains Senegal, the top-ranked team in Africa, and Malawi.

DR Congo will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from the game, but they will have to regroup quickly as they face Senegal in their next match.

Post-Match Reaction

Guinea coach Didier Six praised his team's character and determination after the game.

“We showed great spirit and character to come back from behind and win the game,” Six said. “We never gave up and we always believed we could win.”

DR Congo coach Christian Nsengi was disappointed with the result but proud of his team's performance.

“We played well and created some good chances, but we couldn't take them,” Nsengi said. “We're disappointed with the result, but we're proud of the performance.

The win gives Guinea a huge boost ahead of their next match against Malawi on Friday. DR Congo, meanwhile, will need to bounce back quickly when they face Senegal on the same day.