Gabon moved to strengthen their position in Group A of the CAN 2027 qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win over Lesotho on matchday three.
The Pantheres controlled the contest from the start, enjoying 67% possession compared with Lesotho’s 33% as they dictated the pace throughout.
D. Bouanga was the decisive figure, although his evening began with a missed penalty in the 64th minute.
The forward made amends moments later, opening the scoring in the 65th minute after being set up by Guelor Kanga. He then completed his double from the penalty spot in the 79th minute to secure a convincing victory for Gabon.
The result gives the Pantheres valuable points and reinforces their ambitions in Group A. Having managed the game from kick-off through to the final whistle, Gabon now take confidence into the return fixture in a few days’ time.
