A win sends Burundi to a first-ever World Cup. We are live from Stade Intwari with every twist as it happens — updated through the night.
Stade Intwari erupts. Twenty-three minutes in, Cedric Niyukuri meets the cross at the back post and powers a header past the Kenyan keeper. The Swallows lead 1-0 u2014 and as it stands, Burundi are going to the World Cup.
Heart-in-mouth moment. Kenya break and Olunga goes down under a challenge. The referee waves play on but the VAR is taking a look. The bench is up and remonstrating.
The referee's whistle goes and a deafening roar greets it. Ninety minutes u2014 perhaps more u2014 stand between Burundi and a first World Cup. Here we go.
Coach Manishimwe names an attacking side. Niyukuri leads the line with Nahimana in support.
A draw would likely not be enough; the Swallows need the win to top Group F and seal a place at the World Cup. Stay with us.
