Six Egypt and four Ghana players are among those selected for the African best eleven players from the Nations Cup. (more…)
Archive for January, 2010
Egypt Win Nations Cup,Feel Compensated
January 31st, 2010 by Editor
Although Egypt made history with their win over Ghana to remain African Champions back to back, the interesting aspect was a confession by their coach that they went all out for the trophy to avenge their failure to qualify for the World Cup. (more…)
History Favours Nigeria Over Algeria
January 30th, 2010 by Editor
If history is what wins a match Nigeria should be announced as the third best team at the ongoing Nations Cup in Angola. (more…)
Mali’s Referee for Cup Final’s
January 30th, 2010 by Editor
Mali’s Koman Coulibaly has been selected by CAF referee’s committee to handle Sunday’s final between Egypt and Ghana in Luanda, the Confederation of African Football announced. (more…)
Doctors to Decide Ghana Keeper’s Fate
January 30th, 2010 by Editor
Ghanaians are praying for their captain and goalkeeper, Richard Kingson, who has helped the team into Sunday’s final following his visit to the hospital in Luanda. (more…)
John Terry Press Gagg is Over
January 30th, 2010 by Editor
England and Chelsea defender John Terry was named on Friday as the sportsman behind a gagging injunction involving his private life. (more…)
Chelsea Drop Drogba, Kalou
January 29th, 2010 by Editor
The pair of Ivory Coast stra, Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou, who have since returned to their club, Chelsea have been asked to rest till Tuesday. Therefore they are out of their squad for Saturday’s trip to Burnley. (more…)
Barcelona Set June date For new chairman
January 29th, 2010 by Editor
Spanish and European champions Barcelona to elect a new chairman in June 13 to replace Joan Laporta, the club announced Friday. (more…)
Algeria Seek Medals on Nigeria’s Blood
January 29th, 2010 by Editor
Algerian Coach, Rabah Saadane who said he has learnt a great lesson from their Semi-final match against Egypt says they are focusing on beating Nigeria. (more…)
Egypt Haunt Ghana For Cup
January 29th, 2010 by Editor
If Egypt put up their usual glowing display on Sunday and beat Ghana to win the coveted trophy their coach Hassan Shehata will become the first manager to win three consecutive championships.
Mutu Fails Doping Test
January 28th, 2010 by Editor
Fiorentina’s Romanian striker Adrian Mutu tested positive for a banned stimulant after a Serie A match against Bari earlier this month, the Italian Olympic Committee (Coni) announced on Thursday.
Ghana Knockout Nigeria, Berth in Final
January 28th, 2010 by Editor
Asamoah Gyan 21st minute header sent Nigeria to the third place match and Ghana to the final.
CAN 2012: Equatorial Guinea , Gabon Have Common Grounds
January 27th, 2010 by Editor
Gabon and Equatorial Guinea have for long embarked on preparations aimed at a successful championship during the 28th edition of the Orange Africa Cup of Nations, they will co-host in two years time. (more…)
Enyeama Wants Eagles In the Final
January 27th, 2010 by Editor
Super Eagles goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama says Nigeria will be ready for Ghana on match day in spite of lack of confidence on his team by majority of the fans. (more…)
Algeria’s Captain Goes For Egypt’s Jugular
January 27th, 2010 by Editor
Algerian Captain Yazid Mansouri says they’re are going all out to contest against Egypt for the final’s ticket. (more…)
CAF Regrets Togo’s Attack
January 25th, 2010 by Editor
The President of the Confederation of African Football, CAF Issa Hayatou regrets the attack of the Togolese delegation prior to their arrival for the Nations Cup in Cabinda, Angola. (more…)
CAF General Assembly Holds Friday in Angola
January 25th, 2010 by Editor
All is set for the Confederation of African Football, CAF, 32nd annual Ordinary General Assembly on holding on Friday, January 29, 2010 at the Talatona Convention Centre in Luanda, Angola.
Algeria Celebarte, after Ivory Coast Thriller
January 25th, 2010 by Editor
Enterprising Cote d’Ivoire went home with heads bowed in spite of their champagne football. Unfortunately, struggling Algeria played their best football at the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations in Angola on Sunday evening to make secure a 3-2 win. (more…)
Gahana in Last Four, Beat Angola
January 24th, 2010 by Editor
Asamoah Gyan 16th minute goal was all Ghana rely on to sent hosts, Angola out of the Nations Cup and booked a place in the Semi-finals Sunday night. (more…)
Zambia FA Boss Targets Nigeria
January 24th, 2010 by Editor
Zambia’s soccer authority boss, Kalusha Bwalya says beating Nigeria will be a bonus for his team since their initial target was qualifying for the second round of the 2010 Nations Cup in a group he regarded as the toughest. (more…)