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Minnows Lesotho go top after draw between Nigeria and SA: Football lightweights Lesotho stole the World Cup qualifying show in Africa on Friday, topping the table in a group including powerhouses South Africa and Nigeria. Lesotho, ranked 149th in the world, upset Zimbabwe 2-0 in Soweto to lead Group C, and remained there after Nigeria and South Africa drew 1-1 in Uyo six hours later. In other groups, shock 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco defeated Zambia 2-1 in Agadir and African champions the Ivory Coast edged Gabon 1-0 in Korhogo. The victories kept Morocco and the Ivory Coast top of their mini-leagues with 100 percent records after matchday three. Rethabile Rasethuntsa and Jane Thaba-Ntso scored in a 10-minute spell during the first half to give Lesotho their first group win after draws with Nigeria and Benin last November. After Themba Zwane struck the woodwork from a free-kick, he put South Africa ahead on 29 minutes in Nigeria with a superb solo goal. Nigeria levelled in the first minute of the second half when Fisayo Dele-Bashiru held off Mothobi Mvala and fired a low shot past goalkeeper Ronwen Williams. The match was a repeat of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final in the Ivory Coast, which also ended 1-1 before Nigeria won on penalties. Lesotho have five points, Rwanda, Benin and South Africa four each, Nigeria three and Zimbabwe two. Hakim Ziyech and Eliesse Ben Seghir scored to put Group E leaders Morocco in control before Edward Chilufya netted 10 minutes from time for second-placed Zambia. Seko Fofana scored after 36 minutes as the Ivory Coast climbed to nine points, three more than Gabon. Kenya lie third with four after conceding a late goal to draw 1-1 with Burundi. The perfect record of the Comoros in Group I ended when they fell 2-1 to fellow Indian Ocean islanders Madagascar in the night-time cold of Johannesburg. – Raveloson stars for Madagascar – Success for Madagascar took them to the top of the table with six points, ahead of the Comoros and Ghana on goal difference. With Mali and the Central African Republic just two points behind, this could develop into one of the most closely contested mini-leagues. France-based Rayan Raveloson starred for Madagascar, scoring in the first minute and again midway through the second half before El Fardou Nabouhane reduced arrears in added time. After failing to score in matchdays one and two last November, Angola needed just two minutes to end the drought as Mabululu notched what proved the only goal of a match against Eswatini. Winning 1-0 in Luanda lifted the home team to five points, two adrift of table-toppers Libya, who edged Mauritius 2-1 on Thursday. Cameroon and Cape Verde are in the same section and victory for either side in Yaounde on Saturday will take them above Libya on goal difference. Wins for Uganda and Mozambique created congestion at the top of Group G…

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TUNISIA VS NAMIBIA: TODAY’S AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS 2023 RESULTS January 16, 2024 Thedailycourierng Thedailycourierng Tunisia vs. Namibia Despite Tunisia’s strong reputation in African football, Namibia managed to secure a narrow victory with a final score of 1-0. The lone goal proved to be decisive, showcasing Namibia’s resilience and determination to make an impact in the tournament. Throughout the game, both sides exhibited skillful plays, strategic maneuvers, and fervent attempts to score. The match was characterized by tight defenses, tactical midfield battles, and moments of individual brilliance. The 84th-minute goal that sealed Namibia’s triumph added a dramatic twist to the proceedings. Tunisia, known for its footballing prowess, faced a formidable challenge from Namibia’s spirited performance. The result of this match adds an element of unpredictability to the group dynamics of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023, keeping football enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the outcomes of future fixtures. Group D: Burkina Faso vs. Mauritania In a keenly contested match, Burkina Faso emerged victorious over Mauritania with a scoreline of 1-0. The thrilling encounter showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, but Burkina Faso secured the win, claiming three crucial points in Group D. Group E: Tunisia vs. Namibia Tunisia faced off against Namibia in an intense battle, but Namibia managed to secure a narrow victory with a final score of 1-0. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats as Namibia triumphed over Tunisia, making a significant impact in Group E. Mali vs. South Africa In a highly anticipated clash, Mali took on South Africa, delivering an impressive performance that resulted in a 2-0 victory. Mali showcased their prowess on the field, securing a well-deserved win and earning valuable points in Group E. Tunisia vs. Namibia results mark key developments in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations 2023 tournament, setting the stage for further exciting matches and determining the teams’ positions in their respective groups. Football enthusiasts can expect more thrilling action as the tournament progresses. Source thedailycourierng news #Tunisiavsnamibia #Afcon2023 #Malivssouthafrica #burkinavsmauritania

Up Nigeria! Nigeria advanced to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations 2024 after defeating Cameroon 2-0 in a highly anticipated round of 16 clash on Saturday. Ademola Lookman was the hero for the Super Eagles, scoring a brace to end the Indomitable Lions' hopes of a sixth continental title. The first half was a tight affair, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert them. Nigeria broke the deadlock in the 36th minute, when Lookman latched onto a through ball from Victor Osimhen and slotted it past the goalkeeper. Cameroon tried to respond, but Nigeria's defense held firm until the interval. The second half saw Cameroon increase their pressure, but Nigeria's goalkeeper Francis Uzoho made some crucial saves to deny them. Nigeria sealed the win in stoppage time, when Lookman scored his second goal after a counter-attack. The final whistle sparked jubilation among the Nigerian players and fans, who celebrated their first win over Cameroon in the AFCON since 2004. Nigeria will face either Angola or Namibia in the quarter-finals, while Cameroon will have to wait for another chance to reclaim their glory. The match was a showcase of the talent and rivalry between two of the most successful teams in African football history. Source: Conversation with Bing, nigeria-face-indomitable-lions-in-afcon-2023-round-of-16-clash-2024012609033220800.

TUNISIA VS NAMIBIA: TODAY’S AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS 2023 RESULTS January 16, 2024 Thedailycourierng Thedailycourierng Tunisia vs. Namibia Despite Tunisia’s strong reputation in African football, Namibia managed to secure a narrow victory with a final score of 1-0. The lone goal proved to be decisive, showcasing Namibia’s resilience and determination to make an impact in the tournament. Throughout the game, both sides exhibited skillful plays, strategic maneuvers, and fervent attempts to score. The match was characterized by tight defenses, tactical midfield battles, and moments of individual brilliance. The 84th-minute goal that sealed Namibia’s triumph added a dramatic twist to the proceedings. Tunisia, known for its footballing prowess, faced a formidable challenge from Namibia’s spirited performance. The result of this match adds an element of unpredictability to the group dynamics of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023, keeping football enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the outcomes of future fixtures. Group D: Burkina Faso vs. Mauritania In a keenly contested match, Burkina Faso emerged victorious over Mauritania with a scoreline of 1-0. The thrilling encounter showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, but Burkina Faso secured the win, claiming three crucial points in Group D. Group E: Tunisia vs. Namibia Tunisia faced off against Namibia in an intense battle, but Namibia managed to secure a narrow victory with a final score of 1-0. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats as Namibia triumphed over Tunisia, making a significant impact in Group E. Mali vs. South Africa In a highly anticipated clash, Mali took on South Africa, delivering an impressive performance that resulted in a 2-0 victory. Mali showcased their prowess on the field, securing a well-deserved win and earning valuable points in Group E. Tunisia vs. Namibia results mark key developments in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations 2023 tournament, setting the stage for further exciting matches and determining the teams’ positions in their respective groups. Football enthusiasts can expect more thrilling action as the tournament progresses. Source thedailycourierng news #Tunisiavsnamibia #Afcon2023 #Malivssouthafrica #burkinavsmauritania

Data + football ⚽️ It’s Euro 2024 time, so let’s type some scores. I remember how I loved to do that as a kid and teenager, many people are typing the scores as well today, so let’s play. (No prize besides fame) 😊 So, who will win today in Spain vs Croatia and what’ll be the score? Here’s what I found from their head-to-head record over 10 matches: • Spain Wins: 6 • Croatia Wins: 3 • Draws: 1 From these results, the probabilities for the upcoming match are: • Probability of Spain winning: 60% • Probability of Croatia winning: 30% • Probability of a draw: 10% Recent matches have been particularly thrilling: 1. UEFA Nations League Final (June 18, 2023): Croatia 0-0 Spain (Spain won 5-4 on penalties) 2. Euro 2020 (June 28, 2021): Croatia 3-5 Spain (after extra time) 3. UEFA Nations League (November 15, 2018): Croatia 3-2 Spain 4. UEFA Nations League (September 11, 2018): Spain 6-0 Croatia 5. Euro 2016 (June 21, 2016): Croatia 2-1 Spain Given these insights, I’m curious to see how everyone thinks the match will turn out. Drop your score predictions in the comments below! Let’s see who can predict the most accurate result. #Euro2024 #FootballStats #DataAnalysis #SpainVsCroatia #FootballPredictions

The current African Cup is already considered one of the most outstanding in terms of sensations and unexpected results.

It's the World Cup season and 'UPSETS' are not so uncommon.... But What is an UPSET in cricket? So here is what Wikipedia says "An upset occurs in a competition, frequently in electoral politics or sports, when the party popularly expected to win (the "favorite") is defeated by (or, in the case of sports, ties with) an underdog whom the majority expects to lose, defying the conventional wisdom". Now connecting this with the Cricket, it simply means: - When an Underdog team (like USA in yesterday's match ; where Majority expected them to lose) - defeats the Favorite (like Pakistan in yesterday's match; where Majority expected them to win) Now let's have a look back at the biggest UPSETS of the T20 World Cup: 1. Zimbabwe v Australia (2007) Zimbabwe stunned the cricketing world by defeating the mighty Australian side making it the biggest upset till now. 2. Netherlands v England (2009) In their World Cup debut, Netherlands shocked England at Lord’s. 3. Netherlands v England (2014) The Netherlands struck again, dismantling England. 4. Afghanistan V West Indies (2016) The Minnows Afghanistan shocked the brute Windies and left everyone in awe. 5. Namibia v Sri Lanka (2022) Jaw-dropping performance of Namibia destroyed the Lankans.

Ivan Rakitic Returns to Croatian Football with Hajduk Split Former international midfielder Ivan Rakitic has signed with Hajduk Split, the club announced late Sunday. This move marks Rakitic’s return to Croatian football after a brief period with Saudi Arabian… #ALShabab #Croatia #HadjdukSplit #IvanRakitic #SaudiArabia >>> Read more