Senegal launched their AFCON 2025 campaign in emphatic fashion, cruising to a 3–0 win over Botswana, driven by a clinical double from Bayern Munich striker Nicolas Jackson.
The Chelsea loanee set the tone early, firing the Lions of Teranga ahead in the first half before doubling the advantage after the break to put the contest firmly beyond Botswana’s reach.
Substitute Ndiaye added the finishing touch in the second half, tapping in from close range to complete a dominant Senegalese performance.
Jackson’s brace makes him the tournament’s first player to score twice, immediately thrusting him into early Golden Boot contention.
Senegal will continue their group-stage campaign against DR Congo on December 27, 2025.
