Benin's AFCON Breakthrough: First Win in History
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Benin made football history on Saturday with their first-ever victory at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The team defeated Botswana 1-0. The decisive goal came in the second half of the match.
The historic win happened at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. A vibrant crowd of supporters celebrated the long-awaited moment.
AFCON is Africa's top international football tournament. Benin had never won a match in their previous tournament appearances.