Striker Assan Ceesay scored the only goal of the game in the 62nd minutes.
Gambian goal-machine Assan Ceesay scored the goal for the Gambian side after finishing a wonderful rebounce from midfielder Ablie Jallow’s strike.
The Gambian side has written their name in the history of the country’s football book as they qualified for the Afcon tournament with a game to spare against DR Congo.
The Scorpions have qualified together with Gabon in Group D after Gabon defeated DR Congo 3-0 yesterday.
Gambia now occupies second position with 10 points behind Gabon who tops the standings on superior goal difference.
Meanwhile, President Adama Barrow, who was full with joy in his phone-call, congratulated the boys for a job well-done.