At the half of their World Cup Group A match on Friday at the Al Thumama Stadium, Boulaye Dia gave Senegal a 1-0 lead over Qatar. Both teams were in need of a win after dropping their opening matches.

Senegal’s Ismaila Sarr appeared to intentionally trip playmaker Akram Afif toward the end of the first half, but the Qataris were not given a penalty. Instead, Boualem Khoukhi botched his clearance, and Dia pounced to score.

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The goal was the third African teams has scored at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

The Teranga Lions would be hoping to double their lead when the second half starts.