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A first half goal from Asamoah Gyan was all the young Black Stars needed to put Ghana into Sunday’s Cup of Nations’ final, defeating the Super Eagles of Nigeria, 1-0. A in-swinging corner kick from Kwadwo Asamoah found Gyan, even with the near post, who headed home the match’s opening goal in the 21st minute. Through the [...] At the beginning of the match, Zambia’s defending was admirable, quickly closing down their Nigerian counterparts through the midfield to keep the Super Eagles – who have had trouble with link-up play throughout the tournament – from easy build-ups. Combined with the strong play along the back line that got characterized their qualifying [...] Nigeria’s big names finally shined on Wednesday. A brace from Lokomotiv Moscow forward Peter Odemwingie and a insurance tally from late substitute Obafemi Martins led Nigeria into the African Cup of Nations quarterfinals with a 3-0 win over Mozambique. With the three points, Nigeria finishes second in Group C, behind Egypt, and will face Group D’s winner [...] Yakubu Ayeg Beni scored Nigeria's only goal in the Super Eagles' 1-0 win over Benin. (Photo: Flickr/Segun Ogunfeyitimi) After Tuesday’s draw with Mozambique where goalkeeping errors cost Benin a full three points, Michel Dussuyer made a chance in goal, starting Rashad Chitou over Yoann Djidonou. Nigeria made two changes at the back, starting Danny Shittu [...] Captain Ahmed Hassan was man-of-the-match in Egypt's 3-1 win over Nigeria (Photo: ANTHONY STANLEY/ATP) Veteran captain Ahmed Hassan lead Egypt to a 3-1 victory over Nigeria, opening Group C play at the African Cup of Nations with a win that announced the Pharaoh’s ability to defy critics and defend their crown. The two time defending [...] |
 
 
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