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February 13, 2024February 13, 2024

• by Frank Aboagye Jackson
• Leave a Comment on Fans Urged To Stop Trolling Iwobi After AFCON Loss

Fans Urged To Stop Trolling Iwobi After AFCON Loss

The captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles football team has led calls to end online bullying against midfielder Alex Iwobi. Some football fans have been trolling Iwobi on social media, blaming the 27-year-old player for their country’s 1-2 loss to Ivory Coast

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January 29, 2024January 29, 2024

• by Frank Aboagye Jackson
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DR Congo Knock Egypt Out Of AFCON On Penalties

Goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi scored the 18th penalty of a nerve-shredding shoot-out as DR Congo produced the latest shock at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations by knocking seven-time champions Egypt out to reach the quarter-finals following a 1-1 draw after extra time. DR Congo

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December 27, 2023December 27, 2023

• by Frank Aboagye Jackson
• Leave a Comment on AFCON 2023: Black Stars Can Cause A Surprise In Ivory Coast – Odartey Lamptey

AFCON 2023: Black Stars Can Cause A Surprise In Ivory Coast – Odartey Lamptey

Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey believes the Black Stars are capable of doing the unthinkable at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite their rich history as far as the continental tournament is concerned, Ghana's recent performances have been disappointing.

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December 26, 2023December 26, 2023

• by Frank Aboagye Jackson
• Leave a Comment on AFCON 2023: Black Stars Are Among Favourites To Win – Chris Hughton

AFCON 2023: Black Stars Are Among Favourites To Win – Chris Hughton

Head coach of the Black Stars Chris Hughton says his side is among a host of countries that could end up winning the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Ghana is looking to end a 41-year wait to win the AFCON trophy

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