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Ghana vs Egypt Live – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Final
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Ghana Analyses
They kicked out the hosts and they defied their doubters.
Ghana’s ‘inexperienced’ squad has finally achieved something that not even the 2008 Black Stars team – which comprised the likes of Michael Essien, John Mensah, and Sulley Muntari – could do on home soil: to convert into reality the dream of reaching the final of the Nations Cup.
Now, Ghana are either 90 minutes or 120 minutes and a penalty shoot-out away from putting their hands on the prestigious 2010 Africa Cup of Nations trophy.
The road to the final – quick recap
In their first game of the competition, Ghana were rattled 3-1 by the giant Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire; many football fans including Ghanaians branded this result as a “predictable defeat” considering the experience of the Ivorian players compared to the young age of the Black Stars.
Nigeria vs Algeria – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
Now they will stand the opportunity of finding consolation with bronze medals.
Which national team players, between those from Nigeria and those from Algeria, will leave Angola with a smile covering their tears?
Nigeria – how they reached the semi-finals
Losing 3-1 to Egypt on the first day of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations tournament was never a good sign for the Nigerians.
They bounced back with a 1-0 victory over Benin which they only just clinched. The 3-0 victory which they got against Mozambique actually showcased Nigeria at its best in their competition. They eventually sealed their place in the quarter-finals where they met Zambia.
Ghana vs Nigeria – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
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The level of rivalry between these two teams is of an incredible level, so expect the match to look like a final.
Ghana – strong state of mind will be the key
"Expectations might be a problem when you know that people look for a lot from you. The key is to keep your concentration.”
This is a quote that Ghana’s former coach, Claude Le Roy, recently made concerning the Black Stars.
Indeed, now that they have kicked out the 2010 Nations Cup’s hosts, expectations are heavy on them to clinch the trophy.
It isn’t really pressure that fans back home in Ghana are putting on their squad; the current atmosphere rather showcases a feeling of pride and optimism.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – January 28, 2010 Preview
There w
ill be two North Africa vs West Africa battles as the semi-finals fixtures sees North Africa’s Egypt and Algeria battling it out in Benguela whereas West Africa’s Ghana and Nigeria will also contest it in Luanda.
Ghana vs Nigeria – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
Ghana and Nigeria will open Thursday with a mouthwatering semi-final clash which will start at 16:00 GMT.
The level of rivalry between these two teams is of an incredible level, so expect the match to look like a final.
Ghana – strong state of mind will be the key
"Expectations might be a problem when you know that people look for a lot from you. The key is to keep your concentration.”
Algeria vs Egypt – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
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This game will come up at 19:30 GMT at the Complexo da Sr. da Graca stadium in Benguela.
Algeria: the example of unity and faith?
When Cote d’Ivoire’s Kader Keita scored with one minute of normal time remaining on the clock, the public thought that victory had been sealed for the Elephants and that the dream had ended for the Desert Foxes of Algeria.
But this was not to be. In a miraculous comeback for the Algerians, Bougherra and Bouzza both scored as Cote d’Ivoire finally crashed out of the competition.
Algeria don’t have big star names in their squad but they are in the semi-finals of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations. It’s a difficult dream to realize but they did it in style.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – January 24, 2010 Preview
Which team will make through to the semi-finals of the 27th Africa Cup of Nations edition?
Angola vs Ghana – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
At 16:00 GMT, Angola and Ghana will affront each other as the first quarter-final clash of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations finally takes place in Luanda.
Angola – the dream could go on
In terms of caliber and pedigree, Angola aren’t part of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations’ favorites. But as the hosts of the competition, expectations on the Palancas Negras are obviously high.
Witnessing the national team clinching the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations trophy or reaching at least the semi-finals of the tournament is every Angolan’s dream.
However, it suggests the Palancas Negras to beat their opponents, Ghana, in the quarter-finals on Sunday, January 24th.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – January 25, 2010 Preview
Egypt vs Cameroon – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
This fixture - kicking-off at 16:00 GMT – will be a repeat of the crunching Africa Cup of Nations final in 2008.
Egypt and Cameroon should know each other pretty well by now, as they met twice in the previous edition of the tournament which was held in Ghana about 24 months ago.
Egypt
At this time, that particular match will not be less important for the Pharaohs, for a defeat would sadly end their road to the final which will take place on the 31st of January.
The Egyptians have set a new record in the Africa Cup of Nations, being unbeaten in 16 matches in the finals of the tournament.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – January 21, 2010 Preview
So January 21st will be D-day when Gabon, Cameroon, Tunisia, and Zambia battle it out at the same time.
One thing is clear, though: only one among the table’s favorites – Cameroon and Tunisia – will be able to qualify alongside either Gabon or Zambia.
Cameroon vs Tunisia – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
LiveSoccerTV.com starts by previewing Thursday’s most anticipated clash between two of Africa’s giants. It’s Cameroon vs Tunisia, a deciding fixture which will be played at the Estadio Nacional da Tundavala in Lubango.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 3 Preview – Group C
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Egypt vs Benin – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
The defending African champions and Group C leaders Egypt will face the Squirrels of Benin at the Estadio Nacional de OMBAKA in Benguela at 16:00 GMT.
This game and the Nigeria vs Mozambique encounter will both be played simultaneously.
Yet, having already booked tickets for the next round, the Egyptians are indubitably the side with less pressure among their three other contenders in their group.
Egypt
Egypt top their table with a maximum of 6 points out of two games, and they are already assured of a place in the last 8 stage of the tournament.
They will eventually be fighting Benin with the option of controlling the future of Group C's three other contenders, based on the fact that their final group stage encounter might decide who – among their group – will join them in the quarter-finals.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 3 Preview – Group B
Burkina Faso vs Ghana - 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
There will actually be a lot to play for when both teams meet.
La Cote d’Ivoire qualified last week after beating Ghana 3-1 in a must win game for the Elephants.
The pressure is now on the Black Stars to get the result that will send them into the last 8 whereas Burkina Faso will try and hold on to their mathematical advantage and eventually upset the Ghanaians.
Will Ghana crash out from the group stages of the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time in their last three attempts?
This will definitely mean disaster for the nation which was the first on the African continent to reach the 2010 World Cup.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 3 Preview – Group A
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Angola and Algeria will clash at the Estadio 11 de Novembro in Luanda whereas Mali and Malawi will lock horns at the Estadio Chimandela in Cabinda.
In Group A, nothing is settled yet. Angola top the table with 4 points followed by Malawi and Algeria who both have 3 points.
Mali are the most vulnerable with a single point and a negative goal difference but they still have the mathematical chance of reaching the quarter-finals at the expense of one of Group A’s top three teams at the moment.
LiveSoccerTV.com starts by previewing Angola vs Algeria before looking ahead to the Mali vs Malawi game.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 2 Preview – Group D
All might change around when the four teams get involve in their respective matches on Sunday, but regardless of what occurs, each team is likely to aim for a spot at the top of their group only for one reason: getting closer to the knockout phase.
Gabon vs Tunisia – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
Gabon will play against Tunisia at 16:00 GMT; at the Nossa Senhora do Monte.
Gabon
Gabon’s Azingo Nationale stunned the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon by beating them 1-0 through a first half goal from skipper Daniel Cousin on January 13, and this inspiring victory is somehow what could keep them going powerfully in this tournament.
Their next mission will be to bring down the Eagles of Carthage in Lubango, but they might not have such a lucky moment this time around.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 2 Preview – Group C
Nigeria, Benin, Egypt, and Mozambique will all be seen in action on this day, and all teams will have strong motives to be victorious.
Nigeria vs Benin – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will meet Benin on at the Estadio do Benguela, as both teams strive for an increment of points on match-day 2 of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations, in Group C. This game will take place at 16:00 GMT.
Nigeria Analyses
Nigeria are currently at the bottom of their table without a single point, following their disappointing 3-1 loss to Egypt on January 12. The Nigerians have their group’s poorest record so far in terms of goals scored, due to the fact they have only been able to place the ball at the back of the net once.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 2 Preview – Group B
Paradoxically, Ghana will be playing their first game of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations tournament which started on January 10th.
That is because one of the section’s contestants, Togo, withdrew from the competition after suffering a deadly bus attack two days before it all commenced.
Burkina Faso, La Cote d’Ivoire and Ghana now complete Group B’s trio of participating nations. Burkina Faso and La Cote d’Ivoire opened that group with a goalless draw whereas Ghana had to wait until Day 2 to play as their opener against Togo got cancelled.
Finally, Ghana will kick off their 2010 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday and LiveSoccerTV.com previews this captivating clash.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations – Day 2 Preview – Group A
The Estadio 11 de Novembro will in Luanda will host Mali and Algeria at 16:00 GMT before welcoming Angola and Malawi at 18:30.
Mali vs Algeria – 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
This clash will undoubtedly receive much attention due to the mental battles that will definitely be involved in the encounter.
Mali
On match-day one of the campaign, Mali unbelievably recovered from 4-0 down against the Angolans to draw level, thanks to four late goals that were scored in the last 11 minutes of the match.
The Eagles consequently earned at least a point and can now enter Thursday’s game with a boost of confidence after achieving the ‘unthinkable’ on the opening day of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations - Day 1 Preview - Group D
The Indomitable Lions of Cameroon will face the Black Panthers of Gabon at the Estádio Alto da Chela, in Lubango. This match – which is set to begin 16:00 GMT, on January 13 – will be the first game in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations’ Group D.
The second and final game in Group D of the Africa Cup of Nations in Angola will then witness the Zambians coming up against the Tunisians.
LiveSoccerTV.com offers you a preview of these two games.
2010 Africa Cup of Nations - Day 1 Preview - Group C
In the first match of the day, Egypt and Nigeria will clash up against each other at the Complexo da Senhora da Graca stadium in Benguela.
The game is scheduled to start at 16:00 GMT with the Pharaohs of Egypt playing as the home side.
Later on, the Mambas of Mozambique will come up against the Squirrels of Benin at the same venue but at 18:30 GMT. Next up, we talk about Egypt and Nigeria before analyzing the Mozambique vs Benin match.
Africa Cup of Nations – Day 1 Preview
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In the first match of the day, Group A’s Malawi and Algeria will lock horns before Cote d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso open Group B – the tournament’s group of death.
Ghana and Togo will close the day with an encounter at 18:30 GMT at the Estadio Chimandela in Cabinda.
Malawi vs Algeria 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
In the second game in Group A, Malawi will stay at the Estádio 11 de Novembro to face Algeria on January 11th 2010, at 13:45 GMT. Both sides are very much likely to be influenced by the score line of the Angola vs Mali game which would have taken place a day before.
Malawi will enter this match with a boost of confidence from their recent lucky 0-0 draw against 2010 Africa Cup of Nations favorites Ghana, but it is however probable that their concern will be slightly turned onto their scoring abilities.
Angola vs Mali 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Match Preview
Angola – time to back up and shine
Like every host nation’s dream, Angola’s wish will be to kick start the competition with three points in their bag at the end of proceedings.
However, how likely are they to defeat the Malians and therefore clinch a victory on Sunday?
Quick recent statistics and comparisons
Since coach Manuel Jose’s appointment back in May 2009, Angola have played ten matches and won only twice. The Black Antelopes’ average of goals per match doesn’t even hit one as they’ve netted only 8 times in as much as ten encounters.
The 2010 Africa Cup of Nations in Angola
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The tournament’s 27th edition will take place in 4 stadiums staged in 4 different Angolan cities.
The country will welcome 15 other African countries to take part in the continent's most prestigious competition.
Four cities, four stadiums
The capital Luanda, as well as Cabinda, Benguela, and Lubango are Angolan cities which were chosen to host the prestigious event.
Live Soccer TV gives you the opportunity to quickly get informed on this angle.