Guinea won their second match in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers by beating Eritrea 2-1 at the Stade du 28 Septembre in Conakry on Thursday.

Mohamed Soumah scored the first goal for Guinea. He headed the ball into the top right corner after a corner kick from Aguibou Camara, leaving the goalkeeper, Yonathan Sultan, with no chance.

In the 23rd minute, Guinea nearly scored again. Aguibou Camara took a direct free kick from over 35 meters away but hit the crossbar with his right-footed shot.

At the beginning of the second half, Guinea made three substitutions. Thierno Barry replaced Yadaly Diaby, and Yakhouba Barry replaced Kerfala.

Guinea scored their second goal in the 60th minute when Yakhouba Barry found the net. Morlaye Sylla made a good pass to him inside the area, and he finished with his right foot.

Eritrea’s Maill Lundgren scored in the 82nd minute, giving them hope for a comeback. However, Guinea held strong in defence to secure their second win in Group D and move into second place.