Nouakchott Academie Edge Past ASC Snim in Mauritania Ligue 1 Thriller

In a tightly contested Mauritania Ligue 1 encounter on May 25, 2026, Nouakchott Academie secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over ASC Snim at the Stade Olympique de Nouakchott. The result keeps the home side firmly in the upper half of the standings, while ASC Snim will rue missed opportunities in a match that swung late.

First-Half Action

The game started at a frantic pace, with both teams pressing high. Nouakchott Academie’s midfield, led by captain Mohamedou Sidi, controlled possession early. The breakthrough came in the 23rd minute when a swift counter-attack saw winger Souleymane Diallo cut inside and fire a low shot past ASC Snim goalkeeper Babacar Diop. ASC Snim responded well, equalizing just before halftime through a powerful header from defender Alassane Ba off a corner.

Second-Half Drama

The second period was a battle of attrition. ASC Snim looked the more dangerous side on the break, but Nouakchott Academie’s defense held firm. The winning goal arrived in the 78th minute when substitute Ahmedou Beidy latched onto a through ball and slotted home from a tight angle. ASC Snim pushed for a late equalizer but could not find a way past Academie’s resolute backline.

Key Takeaways

• Home dominance: Nouakchott Academie extended their unbeaten home run to six matches.
• Clinical finishing: Despite having fewer shots on target, Academie made their chances count.
• ASC Snim’s away struggles: The defeat means Snim have now lost three of their last four away league games.

With this victory, Nouakchott Academie climb to 5th place in the Mauritania Ligue 1 table, while ASC Snim stay 9th. The win provides a vital boost as the season approaches its halfway point.