2023 AFCON: Mauritania v Algeria report

First 45': Although Algeria started the first-half well with goalkeeper Babacar Niasse forced to pull off a decent save to deny Adam Ounas, Mauritania grew into the game and created good chances. Anthony Mandrea made a fine save to deny Souleymane Anne in the 36th minute, but the Algeria keeper was beaten a minute later. Mohamed Dellahi beat Mandrea hands down with a well-taken shot and Mauritania were leading 1-0 at half-time.

Second 45': The second-half saw substitute Riyad Mahrez create problems for the Mauritanian defence. However, a certain Niasse was determined to keep a clean sheet on the night. Ounas and Hicham Boudaoui watched on as their attempts were saved by Niasse in the 51st minute and 60th minute respectively with Mahrez creating the two goalscoring opportunities. Nevertheless, Mauritania were able to hold on and they emerged as 1-0 winners.