Somalia’s national football team secured their first point in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers by holding Guinea to a goalless draw in a Group G match on Friday night at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Goalkeeper Abdirahman Mohamud Jama delivered a standout performance, making several crucial saves to keep Guinea at bay.
Prior to this match, Somalia had endured four consecutive defeats since the qualifiers began last year.
This draw marks a significant milestone for the team, reflecting their resilience and determination in the competition.
In other Group G action, Algeria defeated Botswana 3-1, with Mohamed Amoura scoring a brace.
These results have impacted the group standings, with Algeria and Mozambique leading the table, both having accumulated nine points.
Somalia will aim to build on this positive result as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures in the qualifiers.