Ethiopia confirmed their place in the next round of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers with a 1-0 victory over São Tomé and Príncipe. A controlled performance secured their progression after a dominant two-leg tie.
Chernet Gugsa made the difference early, scoring the decisive goal in the 7th minute to give Ethiopia a strong start. From there, the team maintained control and composure, managing the game effectively against a determined but limited opponent. Having already won 3-0 in the first leg, Ethiopia never looked in danger.
With a 4-0 aggregate score, Ethiopia move forward with confidence in the qualification campaign. The result highlights their defensive solidity and growing cohesion, sending a positive signal ahead of the next stages of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.