By Middlesbrough FC

Senegal returned to the top of Group B in the FIFA World Cup African qualifiers after beating Mauritania.

A single goal from Habib Diallo proved enough to secure the win as Senegal extended their unbeaten run to four games and overhauled DR Congo and Sudan to take spot.

Boro goalkeeper Seny Dieng again watched on from the bench as his side returned to winning ways following the draw with DR Congo last midweek.

This week's internationals see the Republic of Ireland taking on Portugal while Ivory Coast face Kenya.