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African Nations Cup Finals Draw

Saturday, October 20th, 2007

Egypt face a tough start to their defence of the African Nations Cup as they meet Cameroon in their opening group game following the draw for the 2008 tournament on Friday.
The tournament will kick off with hosts Ghana taking on Guinea in Accra as the competition begins on Sunday, 20th January.
The Black Stars, who made […]

Martins double earns Super Eagles draw

Tuesday, October 16th, 2007

Two goals from Newcastle United forward Obafemi Martins earned Nigeria a 2-2 draw with Mexico in an international friendly in the Mexican city of Juarez on Saturday.
The two-time African champions, led by German coach Berti Vogts, turned in an impressive performance as they continue their build-up to the 2008 African Nations Cup in Ghana in […]

Benitez backs Sissoko

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has offered his support to struggling midfielder Mohamed Sissoko and stated his believe he will soon regain his best form for the Premiership side.
The Mali international has been the subject of much criticism in recent weeks after a string of poor performances as Liverpool have stuttered to three league draws after […]

Egypt secure African Nations Place

Sunday, October 14th, 2007

Egypt secured the last qualification spot for the 2008 African Nations Cup after a scrappy 1-0 win over Botswana in Cairo on Saturday.
The Pharaohs are the defending Champions, having defeated Ivory Coast in a penalty shoot-out to win the trophy in Cairo last year and finished top of Group 2 after winning all three home […]

MALI AND TOGO ANTICIPATE QUALIFYING CLASH

Friday, October 12th, 2007

Togo - The Togolese side that made it to the 2006 World Cup face elimination from the African Cup of Nations at the qualifying stage if they fail to beat Mali on Friday
Togo were just about the least heralded team that took their place in Germany for the World Cup finals last year, and they […]

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