I haven't been keeping up to date with the matches themselves, since they aren't on at very convenient times for me. However, I see that Mane, Salah, and Keita from Liverpool have picked up Man Of The Match awards already. I did catch some of the highlights from the Egypt game against Guinea-Bissau from what I could see Egypt aren't particularly playing well, and were largely bailed out because of Salah's brilliance, which I won't deny has happened a few times at Liverpool.
Senegal on the other hand have looked pretty good collectively. Think they have the best chance of winning the tournament out of the three as long as they can keep Mane performing well.
Topic: Africa Football Discussion Thread || Current discussion: World Cup Groups. - page 111. (Read 13692 times)
January 16, 2022, 01:58:20 PM
January 16, 2022, 01:51:53 PM
It bad that Ivory coast had to draw against Sierra Leone, but more painful when they had to be the one to squash my game, really with all the amazing players Ivory coast has I would think they should be above drawing to a team like Sierra Leone, no disrespect, but there we have it, big name but not a big team, Tunisia surprised me although Mauritania isn't a strong team still four goals is a big statement.
I was also very surprised. Because I knew the Ivory Coast team as strong. Sierra Leone is a weaker opponent compared t them. Ivory coast drew the match today but they did not play badly. Fortunately for Sierra Leone able to draw this match. Because their second goal was in extra time of the match.
Tunisia won against Mauritania. Tunisia has scored 4 goals in this match. They won 4-0. They could not score even after getting a penalty opportunity in the 90th minute. They had a chance to win 5-0.
January 16, 2022, 01:34:44 PM
It bad that Ivory coast had to draw against Sierra Leone, but more painful when they had to be the one to squash my game, really with all the amazing players Ivory coast has I would think they should be above drawing to a team like Sierra Leone, no disrespect, but there we have it, big name but not a big team, Tunisia surprised me although Mauritania isn't a strong team still four goals is a big statement.
January 16, 2022, 01:18:40 PM
Sierra Leone has managed to impress and steal a point from the game with Ivory coast, such sloppy play from Ivory coast, letting go of the lead and advantage they had. Sierra Leone has two points now, and if they win their next game, that is a push into the next round of the competition. The Ivorian team will need to play real hard in their game against Algeria if they are survive into the next round of the competition. Sierra Leone jist like the Nigerian team is another great team in this competition where the players are showing great determination to win, will love to see them progress even further into the competition.
January 16, 2022, 11:49:34 AM
They didn't play half the game they played with Egypt against Sudan else, the goals would have come in there numbers. Nigeria 3-1 Sudan is okay but, it could have been morehouse Nigeria have applied more pressure.
It was a fantastic match, though it was what we were expecting before. This is still group stage, the main matches will be towards round of 8 to final but I am expecting Nigeria to continue doing better.Cameroon is really trying, definitely Cameroon is having the highest chance to qualify for the next in their group stage, even some people are making comments that Cameroon can win AFCON.
Cameroon and Nigeria have already qualified for the quarterfinals; Cameroon has shown more commitment and teamwork than any other team, so I won't be astonished if they win the trophy; nevertheless, I will only discuss their chances in the next phase. So far, they haven't faced a top team. 
January 16, 2022, 09:49:47 AM
Egypt still managed to win and Salah scored the only goal in the match.
Even if the Egyptian team does not look like a team that will get too far in the AFCON regardless of the win, i'm still happy for Mo' Salah that he was able to get his name on the score sheet for his country. He would have come under heavy criticism if he lingered in this competition without getting a goal to his name, especially coming in from Europe in such fine form.It will be tough game against Sudan in their next game, it will be a decidal for both teams. For the super eagles team, this is one of the best super eagles team we have had in while, the players playing together with so much determination to win, i hope they don't disappoint in the knockout stages. Super eagles for the win!
Yes, it's good that Egypt won and I hope they go as far as possible as the presence of world stars at the championship benefits everyone. As for Salah, one goal is clearly not enough for him to "make the norm" - before the championship, he was quoted as the first contender for the title of the tournament's top scorer, so he must score at least a few more goals.
January 16, 2022, 09:31:31 AM
They didn't play half the game they played with Egypt against Sudan else, the goals would have come in there numbers. Nigeria 3-1 Sudan is okay but, it could have been morehouse Nigeria have applied more pressure.
It was a fantastic match, though it was what we were expecting before. This is still group stage, the main matches will be towards round of 8 to final but I am expecting Nigeria to continue doing better.Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
Cameroon is really trying, definitely Cameroon is having the highest chance to qualify for the next in their group stage, even some people are making comments that Cameroon can win AFCON. Have notice nigeria players to be very good since I have been watching nigeria match, they always try their best to come with a good performance, so I was never surprised about their victory. From the beginning of the match I know nigeria will win
Sudan should never be a tough problem for Nigeria but anything can happen, but it was as expected.Congratulations team Nigeria. The coach, Eguavon is doing a great job rejuvenating the team. Albeit, during the upcoming matches, would love to see more clinical with finishing, more spaces created upfront and putting chances away under pressure. Also, I believe there is a need to keep working on closing down spaces in the midfield and improve speed of reactions to dangerous possession by opponents
January 16, 2022, 02:23:37 AM
They didn't play half the game they played with Egypt against Sudan else, the goals would have come in there numbers. Nigeria 3-1 Sudan is okay but, it could have been morehouse Nigeria have applied more pressure.
It was a fantastic match, though it was what we were expecting before. This is still group stage, the main matches will be towards round of 8 to final but I am expecting Nigeria to continue doing better.Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
Cameroon is really trying, definitely Cameroon is having the highest chance to qualify for the next in their group stage, even some people are making comments that Cameroon can win AFCON. Have notice nigeria players to be very good since I have been watching nigeria match, they always try their best to come with a good performance, so I was never surprised about their victory. From the beginning of the match I know nigeria will win
Sudan should never be a tough problem for Nigeria but anything can happen, but it was as expected. 
January 16, 2022, 02:11:27 AM
Nigeria just pushed through to the next phase with this game today. Although, this wasn't the game that really the game that made the decider, it was the game with Egypt. Its supposed to be the most difficult game but Nigeria won with ease I must say. They didn't play half the game they played with Egypt against Sudan else, the goals would have come in there numbers. Nigeria 3-1 Sudan is okay but, it could have been morehouse Nigeria have applied more pressure.
Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
Nigeria managed to beat Sudan with a score of 3-1, Nigeria's early goals were scored by Chukwueze in the 3rd minute, and in the 45th minute. awoniyi added another goal to the goal against sudan, in the 46 m minute, simon managed to add another goal, only in the 70th minute sudan managed to reduce their lag, with 2 matches that have been played by each club, now sudan are in the key jury and nigeria is at the top of the standings, nigeria can already make sure to qualify for the next round.. Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
January 16, 2022, 12:33:38 AM
This Nigeria team is really on for a show this time around, you can feel the energy and hunger when they play, they always want to be on the ball and get the goals and for me that is a really good way to start tournament. I know it is a bit too early but they are already my favorite in winning this tournament and I hope it goes well for them. Moses Simon has been really fantastic in the midfield for Nigeria in the past 2 games and getting a goal today will indeed help in boosting his confidence in games to come, the Nigeria defense has been superb as well in getting the defensive job done.
Have notice nigeria players to be very good since I have been watching nigeria match, they always try their best to come with a good performance, so I was never surprised about their victory. From the beginning of the match I know nigeria will win
January 15, 2022, 07:26:32 PM
This Nigeria team is really on for a show this time around, you can feel the energy and hunger when they play, they always want to be on the ball and get the goals and for me that is a really good way to start tournament. I know it is a bit too early but they are already my favorite in winning this tournament and I hope it goes well for them. Moses Simon has been really fantastic in the midfield for Nigeria in the past 2 games and getting a goal today will indeed help in boosting his confidence in games to come, the Nigeria defense has been superb as well in getting the defensive job done.
January 15, 2022, 07:11:43 PM
Nigeria just pushed through to the next phase with this game today. Although, this wasn't the game that really the game that made the decider, it was the game with Egypt. Its supposed to be the most difficult game but Nigeria won with ease I must say. They didn't play half the game they played with Egypt against Sudan else, the goals would have come in there numbers. Nigeria 3-1 Sudan is okay but, it could have been morehouse Nigeria have applied more pressure.
Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
Anyway, Kudos for the Nigerian team to have put smiles in the faces of citizens and even Cameroonian fans once again, 2 wins in a role its a cool way to go at the moment.
January 15, 2022, 06:30:43 PM
The Nigerian vs Sudan game just started and Nigeria is already ahead by a goal from Chukwueze! wow. I predict a game full of goals and enough action for the super eagles, still my favourites to win this AFCON. I don't Sudan can bounce back from this early goal against them, the Nigerian team is on fire. I don't just hope we win the game, but also keep a clean sheet.
It was a great game and impressed that they also had several goals as compared to the others which are fond of producing not more than one goal! And am pretty sure Nigeria is among the favorites to win the afcon as they are a pretty good team just not sure if the current crop of players is the same that played well against Argentina...
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January 15, 2022, 06:13:05 PM
I think nigeria are trying right from the first match with Egypt they did very well. Today with Sudan they already scored 3 goals that shows they already have big chance of winning the game. Nigeria is going in the way of Manchester city in the afcon game . Ķudus to Chukwuze to me he's the man of the match.
To be honest, I don't expect them to win their first game against Egypt, and from my research about their game. They seem to be doing a wonderful job lately but we still need to wait and see where it will all end.Having said that, Morrocco seems to be one of the teams to look out for the tournament because they win every game back to back but it is sad that they are not included in the poll provided by the OP.
January 15, 2022, 05:23:30 PM
It always boils down to one thing; can they defend this winning and stand a chance to win the trophy or is it just temporarily?
I don't know why African football is totally different from the European football and even most advanced countries too..
First of all,they should be very thorough rehabilitation on every aspect of their games seriously, it sometimes doesn't interest anyone to watch except for competitions like these. ., Another thing is having an understanding of what you're doing; you don't just play because you're playing football (maybe they have been told these things several times but they don't value it)being very calculative and artistic is the main point of the game accuracy and dribbling skills are acquired as the training increases....
I don't know why African football is totally different from the European football and even most advanced countries too..
First of all,they should be very thorough rehabilitation on every aspect of their games seriously, it sometimes doesn't interest anyone to watch except for competitions like these. ., Another thing is having an understanding of what you're doing; you don't just play because you're playing football (maybe they have been told these things several times but they don't value it)being very calculative and artistic is the main point of the game accuracy and dribbling skills are acquired as the training increases....
January 15, 2022, 05:05:12 PM
Egypt still managed to win and Salah scored the only goal in the match.
Even if the Egyptian team does not look like a team that will get too far in the AFCON regardless of the win, i'm still happy for Mo' Salah that he was able to get his name on the score sheet for his country. He would have come under heavy criticism if he lingered in this competition without getting a goal to his name, especially coming in from Europe in such fine form.It will be tough game against Sudan in their next game, it will be a decidal for both teams. For the super eagles team, this is one of the best super eagles team we have had in while, the players playing together with so much determination to win, i hope they don't disappoint in the knockout stages. Super eagles for the win!
January 15, 2022, 04:50:34 PM
The Egyptians was held to a first half draw with the score nil nil.
The goal just came in from the Liverpool superstar Mo Salah.. First ever goal in the African Cup of Nations tournament.
One more is needed to secure a bet slip,this should better end positively for me.
If hitting the post was considered as goals then Egypt will have at least two in the first half The goal just came in from the Liverpool superstar Mo Salah.. First ever goal in the African Cup of Nations tournament.
One more is needed to secure a bet slip,this should better end positively for me.
I didn't follow the whole game but seeing a part of it I find that Egypt played better and the defence of Guinea-Bissau is weak.
So far only 3 teams confirmed their presence in the next stage: Cameroon, Morocco and Nigeria.
Ivory Coast could be the 4th to pass by tomorrow in addition to one of Gambia or Mali.
January 15, 2022, 04:23:56 PM
The Nigerian vs Sudan game just started and Nigeria is already ahead by a goal from Chukwueze! wow. I predict a game full of goals and enough action for the super eagles, still my favourites to win this AFCON. I don't Sudan can bounce back from this early goal against them, the Nigerian team is on fire. I don't just hope we win the game, but also keep a clean sheet.
It was a wonderful match, just as I was expecting that Nigeria will win the match, it all started from the first half with Nigeria having 2 goals while they both played 1 - 1 in the second half. Nigeria is now having 5 points clear. Its very tough to score in this tournament even vs poor teams the big teams struggle to score.
Try to post good posts because what you just posted have been discussed before, now we are seeing more goals, you can see Morocco won 3 to 0 yesterday and Nigeria 3 to 1 today. There are more goals coming now.one is another game that has a lot of goals and this is not a good thing, if we look at how many games a day they make that end with few goals we can easily see that the situation is far from changing, in fact I doubt that the situation will change. this is due to the poor quality of the players and even the players who are in the big teams are not giving 100% of themselves because they cannot get used to this type of game where the ball is always in the air
January 15, 2022, 04:03:27 PM
Egypt is not able to score so far against Guinea Bassau and that is a big threat to their campaign in the tournament,a draw or even worse another lost game here it is goodbye for them from this tournament and they were big favorites to win the tournament before the tournament started.I believe they are going to win against Guinea Bassau and have a chance at their last game in order to pass the group stage and be a big name in this tournament,at least I really hope they do so.
So far Egypt beside keeping possession of the ball is not showing any dangerous gameplay and they are not able to build good actions which lead them to scoring,hopefully this changes in the second half.
So far Egypt beside keeping possession of the ball is not showing any dangerous gameplay and they are not able to build good actions which lead them to scoring,hopefully this changes in the second half.
Egypt still managed to win and Salah scored the only goal in the match. But Egypt's performance really casts doubt on their status as the favourite, if other teams played well then one could say that Egypt is no longer the favourite. By the way, if Egypt had completed its performance at the tournament following the results of the group stage, then I don’t know if Salah would be happy or upset
January 15, 2022, 03:28:31 PM
The Egyptians was held to a first half draw with the score nil nil.
The goal just came in from the Liverpool superstar Mo Salah.. First ever goal in the African Cup of Nations tournament.
One more is needed to secure a bet slip,this should better end positively for me.
The goal just came in from the Liverpool superstar Mo Salah.. First ever goal in the African Cup of Nations tournament.
One more is needed to secure a bet slip,this should better end positively for me.
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