Tanzania and Tunisia played out a 1–1 draw in their final Group C match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, a result that sent both sides into the round of 16.
Tunisia struck first through Ismaël Gharbi, who converted a VAR-awarded penalty late in the first half, before Tanzania responded early after the break.
Feisal Salum produced a stunning long-range strike in the 49th minute to level the score, sparking celebrations among Tanzanian players and fans. The remainder of the match was a heavy rain of late chances, in which neither could find a winning goal before full time.
The draw saw Tunisia finish second in Group C, while Tanzania progressed as one of the tournament’s four best third-placed teams, sealing a historic qualification for the Taifa Stars. The result capped an intense group finale, with Nigeria topping the group after winning all three of their matches.
