Guinea claimed a narrow 2-1 victory over Mozambique in World Cup qualification Group G, with both sides operating in a 4-2-3-1 shape. Abdoul Karim Traore proved decisive for the visitors, netting twice to secure the win despite near-identical expected goals—Guinea's 0.58 xG to Mozambique's 0.59—suggesting a closely contested encounter where clinical finishing separated the sides. Mozambique's goalkeeper faced a post-shot xG conceded of 2.0, indicating some wayward finishing from the hosts, while Guinea's shot-stopper dealt with 1.0 post-shot xG conceded, reflecting tighter defensive control. The match unfolded as a tight affair with neither team dominating in terms of underlying chance creation, but Guinea's efficiency in front of goal proved the difference in a crucial qualifying fixture. Guinea's victory strengthens their Group G position ahead of upcoming fixtures.