Courageous Mauritius Fight Back To Deny Eswatini

Eswatini were held to a 3-3 draw by a stubborn Mauritius side in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier played at the Mbombela Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Therefore, Sihlangu Semnikati failed to move up in the Group D standings as they remain sixth. The Southern African side will be keen to cause an upset when take on the Indomitable Lions in Cameroon on September 2025.

The Dodos, on the other hand, remained fifth in the standings after registering their second draw in Group D. Mauritius will be eager to record their second victory in Group D when they host Cape Verde in September.

Sihlangu Semnikati got off to a great start and they broke the deadlock as early as the 13th minute. Philani Mkhontfo beat goalkeeper Dorian Chiotti to hand Eswatini a 1-0 lead with the Dodos defence exposed.

The hosts then doubled their lead five minutes later after Mauritius were napping at the back once again. Philani Mkhontfo completed his brace after being set up by Banele Sikhondze and Eswatini were leading 2-0 at the interval.