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Chris Hughton laments costly errors as Ghana go down to Cape Verde at AFCON

Ghana coach Chris Hughton says their errors proved costly as the Black Stars suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat against Cape Verde to make life difficult for themselves in Group B of the AFCON.

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AFCON Wrap: Mohamed Salah salvages a point for Pharaohs

Tournament hopefuls Nigeria and Egypt were both held to draws in their opening games at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.

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Trezeguet hopes double final heartbreak can inspire Egypt to go a step further

Midfielder Trezeguet hopes Egypt's final heartbreak of 2022 can act as motivation for 2023 Africa Cup of Nations success this year.

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Yves Bissouma eyeing "special" AFCON with Mali

Yves Bissouma is looking forward to a "special tournament" as Mali prepare to get their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign up and running.

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Sol Bamba urges Ivory Coast to redeem themself as AFCON hosts

Former Ivory Coast star Sol Bamba admits the Africa Cup of Nations hosts need to prove their worth.

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Gambia's harrowing flight ordeal ahead of Africa Cup of Nations

In a chilling prelude to the AFCON, Gambia, led by coach Tom Saintfiet, faced a life-threatening situation during their journey to the Ivory Coast.