Syria Beats Mauritius 2-0 in Cup Opener

Syria secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Mauritius in their opening match of the 2024 Intercontinental Cup, effectively eliminating the latter from the tournament. Under new coach José Lana, Syria showcased clinical finishing with goals from Mustafa Abdullatif and Mahmoud Al-Mawas, both scored in different halves. Despite Mauritius starting strong with early chances, including a near goal in the 43rd minute, they struggled to maintain pressure against Syria's dominance. The match was played under challenging conditions due to heavy rain affecting the pitch, but Syria gradually found their rhythm and capitalized on defensive errors from Mauritius. The upcoming final match between Syria and India will determine the tournament champion, with India needing a win while Syria can settle for a draw.