AFCON 2025: Arsene Kouassi crowned Man of the Match after Burkina Faso win over Sudan

Arsene Kouassi stole the spotlight in Casablanca, earning Man of the Match honors with a late finish that secured Burkina Faso’s 2-0 win over Sudan and confirmed second place in Group E at AFCON 2025.Burkina Faso began with intent and were rewarded in the 16th minute when Lassina Traore climbed highest from a corner and headed past the Sudan goalkeeper. The Stallions looked in control, yet Sudan were handed a lifeline when Herve Koffi conceded a penalty. Al Gozoli Nooh stepped up but dragged his effort wide, a miss that drained belief from the Falcons.After the break, Sudan tried to raise the tempo. Yasir Mozamil and Nooh searched for an opening, but Koffi and the Burkinabe back line stayed composed.With Sudan pushing men forward, gaps appeared. Kouassi read the moment perfectly, darted into space, and finished from close range five minutes from time.His clever movement, tireless pressing, and decisive touch lifted the team and underlined why he stood out on the night.