Gelson Dala wins Man of the match in Angola win

Gelson Dala put up an exceptional performance in Angola’s win over Mauritania in their second group game of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023. 

Angola were chasing their first win in the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Côte d'lvoire 2023 and Gelson Dala showed up with a great performance to score a brace to hand them the win. 

The 27-year scored in the 30th and 50th minutes of the game against Mauritania. 

His excellent performance won him the TotalEnergies Man of the Match. 

“I am very happy with this great victory. We were very focused on the match. We knew that winning was important. 

“We started this match with confidence and serenity. 

“This victory will further encourage us for the next game against Burkina Faso, which will be very difficult for us. We are determined to stay focus and qualify to the next round,” he said after the game. 

With the win, Angola now have 4 points and are on top of Group D.