Global Highlights: Amad and Sesko Shine Abroad

Global Highlights: Amad and Sesko Shine Abroad
Global Highlights: Amad and Sesko Shine Abroad

In World Cup qualifying, Amad played a key role in Ivory Coast’s 1-0 victory over Burundi.

The match was decided by Vakoun Bayo’s early goal in the third minute. Amad started on the right and contributed for 67 minutes before being substituted for former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe.

In other news, Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu remained an unused substitute during Denmark’s 0-0 draw with Scotland, while Rasmus Hojlund, who joined Napoli on loan on transfer deadline day, made an appearance off the bench in the second half.

Meanwhile, England’s Under-20 team suffered a close 2-1 loss to Italy, featuring Ayden Heaven in the starting lineup. Elyh Harrison and Ethan Wheatley, both on loan from United to Shrewsbury Town and Northampton Town respectively, also took part in the match for the Three Lions.