Author: Samuel Okunsolawo

Introduction In their pursuit of a first AFCON finals triumph, Mauritania takes on Algeria in the Group D finale on Tuesday evening. Algeria faces elimination if they lose, adding to their woes recently in AFCON competitions. A victory for Mauritania offers a chance to progress as the best third-placed team, despite losing their first two […]

Introduction Charles Konan Banny Stadium will host the thrilling top two clash between Angola and Burkina Faso on Tuesday. Both teams have equal points and goal difference, but Angola marginally leads group D with the number of goals scored.  They need a point against Burkina Faso to ensure their advancement in the tournament. Angola will […]

Introduction It will be a top two clash when Guinea face Senegal in Charles Konan Banny Stadium, Yamoussoukro. Senegal lead the group after winning all fixtures so far while Guinea followed closely with four points.  All is sealed for Senegal to reach the knockout stage but a win will guarantee them to lead the group. […]

Introduction Gambia gears up for a pivotal encounter against Cameroon in Group C of the AFCON 2023. Both teams are on the brink of elimination without a victory in their previous matches. Gambia suffered a 3-0 loss to Senegal and a 1-0 defeat against Guinea. Similarly, Cameroon managed a 1-1 draw with Guinea and succumbed […]

Introduction Lovers of African football globally are anticipating the clash between Mozambique and Ghana where fate of either team hangs on balance. Only Cape Verde has made it through from the group while the other three teams have chance to reach the next round if they get positive result.  Both teams are levelled on point […]

Introduction As Group B wraps up its thrilling saga, anticipation builds for Monday evening’s clash between Cape Verde and Egypt. This decisive faceoff will determine their fate in the group. Despite being among the top contenders for the trophy, Egypt finds themselves in a quest for their first victory.  Meanwhile, Cape Verde top the group […]

Introduction As Group B wraps up its thrilling saga, anticipation builds for Monday evening’s clash between Cape Verde and Egypt. This decisive faceoff will determine their fate in the group. Despite being among the top contenders for the trophy, Egypt finds themselves in a quest for their first victory.  Meanwhile, Cape Verde top the group […]

Introduction The Africa Cup of Nations Group A concludes on Monday, revealing which teams will advance to the next stage. Nigeria is leveled on point, with Equatorial Guinea at the top of the group with four points, while Guinea-Bissau struggles at the bottom.  They are yet to secure a point in the tournament after losing […]

Introduction The first match in the 3rd round of this year’s AFCON will be between the group’s dark horse, Equatorial Guinea, and the host, Ivory Coast. Group A has witnessed Equatorial Guinea defy all odds by leading the group.  They first held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw in their opening game and then dominated Guinea-Bissau […]