Niger's World Cup qualification hopes received a major lift on Tuesday as Ghana-born forward Daniel Sosah scored the decisive goal in their first-ever victory over Tanzania.
The 1-0 triumph at the Amani Stadium in Zanzibar City pushed Niger to nine points in Group E, just three behind Tanzania, who remain in contention for a playoff berth.
The high-stakes clash began with both teams trading chances, but neither could find the net before halftime.
Niger gradually gained composure in midfield, while Tanzania looked to strike on the counter.
