He is one of Africa’s greatest footballers. His talent is unquestionable, his skill is sublime, and to top it all, he is steeped in humility. He is Sadio Mané, the legend from Senegal. The winner of the Africa Cup of Nations twice over. The second is the latest AFCON in Morocco. Adjudged, the Player ofContinue reading “Sadio Mané Wins AFCON, Wins Hearts Too”
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Senegal, The Lions of Teranga Are Champions of Africa
Pape Gueye fired Senegal to AFCON glory as the Lions of Teranga beat favourites and hosts Morocco 1-0 in Rabat last night, in a memorable, chaotic final. The atmosphere was not just electric but tense as Senegal came out strongly against Morocco. Had it not been for Morocco’s talismanic goalkeeper Bono, Senegal would have buriedContinue reading “Senegal, The Lions of Teranga Are Champions of Africa”
Brilliant Mané Denies Salah As Senegal Beat Egypt To Reach AFCON Finals
Two compatriots and now rivals, Mo Salah and Sadio Mané clashed in the AFCON semi-finals in Tangiers. It was expected to be a resounding game with both sides going at each other in full measure. However, what transpired eventually was a cagey affair that did not live up to it’s expectations. Senegal were by farContinue reading “Brilliant Mané Denies Salah As Senegal Beat Egypt To Reach AFCON Finals”
Egypt & Senegal To Lock Horns In AFCON Semis In Tangiers
Mo Salah of Egypt and Sadio Mane of Senegal, once teammates at Liverpool, will face each other in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations in Tangiers tomorrow. Both legends in their own right will be gunning for Continental glory. For Mo Salah, this could well be his last chance to lay hands onContinue reading “Egypt & Senegal To Lock Horns In AFCON Semis In Tangiers”
Senegal Beat Mali Reach AFCON Semi-Final
The Lions of Teranga, Senegal, advanced past a 10-man Mali through a solitary goal from Iliman Ndiaye to reach the Semi-Finals of the Africa Cup of Nations. The match played out at the Grand Stadium in Tanjiers was well-fought, but Senegal was the better team on the day. Mali made it tough for the Senegalese,Continue reading “Senegal Beat Mali Reach AFCON Semi-Final”
Senegal Beat Sudan Reach AFCON Quarters In Style
Riding on a brilliant brace from Pape Gueye, Senegal, the Terranga Lions stormed into the Quarter Finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after a resounding 3-1 victory over Sudan at the Grand Stade de Tanger, in the Moroccan city of Tangiers, a few minutes ago. Read Quick, Read Better @ rizkhan.in Visit Sports FACTory YouTube Channel
AFCON : The 16 Are Ready For The Knockouts
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has progressed to the knockouts with the last of the Group Stage games concluding last night. The top 2 teams from each of the 6 groups and the 4 best 3rd-ranked teams have made it to the last 16 contests, which begin on the 3rd of January. The followingContinue reading “AFCON : The 16 Are Ready For The Knockouts”
Les Bleus & The Three Lions Have It Easy : World Cup Day 15
The Round of 16 knockouts continued in Qatar as the FIFA World Cup entered its 15th day. The Les Bleus France were pitted against the defensive Poland and the flamboyant English were drawn against the Teranga Lions Senegal. With landmarks and history at stake, the night unfolded with some spectacular football. France vs Poland ( 3-1 )Continue reading “Les Bleus & The Three Lions Have It Easy : World Cup Day 15”
Teranga Lions on the Prowl as Rashford Glitters : World Cup Day 10
Day 10 had all to play for. Ecuador, Iran and England needed just a draw, Senegal and the US had to win, while the Dutch were expected to go through against Qatar. The various possible outcomes made the day an exciting one. And what eventually transpired made it even more interesting. Ecuador vs Senegal : GroupContinue reading “Teranga Lions on the Prowl as Rashford Glitters : World Cup Day 10”
A Spirited Iran, A Resolute Ecuador, An Undaunted Senegal & a Sublime US : World Cup Day 6
The Day 6 at the World Cup witnessed some hard fought games, one exhilarating finish, some excellent goals and some gritty resistance. What a day indeed as the World Cup progressed to the second round of the Group Stage. So let’s have a look at the goings about in Qatar. Wales vs Iran : GroupContinue reading “A Spirited Iran, A Resolute Ecuador, An Undaunted Senegal & a Sublime US : World Cup Day 6”