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2012 AFCON Zambia vs Cote d’Ivoire final: Stop calling the Elephants favorites
They are fresh from defeating fourth-placed Ghana in the semi-finals. Before the start of the competition, the Zambians had not been tipped to go that far. However, with unity and skill, they’ve made this a reality. The Chipolopolo are now one match away from lifting the prestigious AFCON trophy for the first time ever in the nation's football history. Zambia’s current team wants to make justice to the 1993 crash victims. How far will their aspiration take them in Libreville on Sunday night?
The Elephants, likewise, are burning with desire to reward their population with gold. Cote d’Ivoire edged past Mali in the semis thanks to a lone goal by Arsenal forward Gervinho.
2012 AFCON semis kick off with Ghana vs Cote d’Ivoire final in prospect
A quick recap of what happened in the 2012 AFCON's Last 8
The lineup for the semi-final stage at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations is mouthwatering. Mali earned a spot in the semis after a dramatic penalty shootout saw them oust co-hosts Gabon in the quarter-finals.
Cote d’Ivoire also kicked out co-hosts Equatorial Guinea. The Elephants’ victory was straightforward, though: two powerful goals from Didier Drogba and an outrageous free-kick by Yaya Toure did the trick.
Like Cote d’Ivoire, Zambia recorded a 3-0 win in the quarter-finals. Christopher Katongo was the star man as the Chipolopolo dismantled the brave Sudanese.
Ghana joined Zambia in the semis thanks to a hard-fought triumph over Tunisia. Dede Ayew scored the winning goal in extra-time to force the Tunisians to a 2-1 defeat.
Re-live the quarter-finals matches through video highlights from our 2012 Africa Cup of Nations Fixtures and Results page.
Ghana, Gabon & Cote d’Ivoire’s presence electrifies 2012 AFCON quarter-finals
Zambia vs Sudan, Cote d’Ivoire vs Equatorial Guinea, Gabon vs Mali and Ghana vs Tunisia complete the quarter-final phase’s fixtures list. The 2012 Africa Cup of Nations doesn’t need the weight of continental giants Nigeria, Egypt and Cameroon to be fantastic!
So-called minnows like co-hosts Equatorial Guinea have performed against the odds to give the tournament a special electrifying touch. Sudan have also provided a shock by reaching the quarter-final stage at the expense of Angola. Meanwhile, Seydou Keita’s Mali had to wait until the very last minute to know their fate.
Ghana haven’t hit top form yet and this is why curiosity comes in. How will the Black Stars fare in the knock-out stage against the struggling Tunisians? Do the Ghanaians possess enough fire in their belly to reach the final at the expectations of the public?
2012 Africa Cup of Nations: Watch out for more live action on Matchday 2
Followers of the competition got served with 8 great matches on Matchday 1. Equatorial Guinea opened the show in great fashion. They recorded a vital 1-0 victory against Libya thanks to a late goal from Balboa.
Zambia sealed the wonderful night with a 2-1 triumph over Senegal. The Chipolopolo will have the chance to step closer to qualification at the Estadio de Bata.
Libya vs Zambia will open Matchday 2 of the 2012 AFCON. Equatorial Guinea vs Senegal will provide thrills as the co-hosts would want to test their power against the Teranga Lions. If the Senegalese don’t improve from their poor form against the Zambians, Equatorial Guinea may clinch their second victory on the trot.
2012 Africa Cup of Nations: Focus on Group A
Key match-ups
Equatorial Guinea vs Libya
This game will not really be interesting because of the public’s expectations. But still, it is expected to get a lot of attention, as it will be the opening match. Of course, anything special from these teams during the course of the encounter can cause spectators to get attached to them and give them more support in their subsequent challenges.
Senegal vs Zambia
Just after the opening match, Senegal and Zambia lock horns. These two countries are expected to lead Group A, and so the score line of this game is likely to be key in determining the outcome of both the Lions of Teranga and the Chipolopolo in the table. A bad result for either side could give more hope to Equatorial Guinea and Libya.
2012 Africa Cup of Nations team profiles: Focus on Zambia’s AFCON history
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The Chipolopolo are very familiar with Nations Cup football. CAN 2012 will mark their 15th appearance in the finals. Herve Renard possesses a healthy blend of young and old players. In his second stint at the head of Zambia’s national team, how inspiring will the Frenchman be?
Zambia’s Copper Bullets
Zambia have never tasted glory in the championship and they can count a total of three third-place triumphs and two sets of silver medals. The Copper Bullets have a number of memories to cherish. One of those comes from their 1982 AFCON campaign in Libya. The Zambians survived against the likes of Zimbabwe and Morocco in the qualifying stages to reach the final tournament.
2012 Africa Cup of Nations team profiles: Focus on Senegal’s AFCON history
The Lions of Teranga (Les Lions de la Teranga in French) are potentially dangerous. They are among the world’s top 50 nations and 6th in Africa. They are coached by Amara Traore and captained by veteran striker Mamadou Niang. The book of the Senegalese national team’s AFCON adventures is eventful and full of historic moments. You just can’t disregard Senegal’s importance in the history of African football.
A colorful history
Senegal’s first taste of the Nations Cup was in 1965 when they finished fourth behind Ivory Coast. Their next best shot at the competition was in 1992 and in 1994 when they reached the quarterfinals.
2012 Africa Cup of Nations team profiles: Focus on Mali’s 2012 AFCON history
They are called the Eagles (les Aigles in French). They are led by the experience of ex-Olympic Lyonnais and Real Madrid star Mahamadou Diarra and their coach is former Toulouse, PSG and Gabon manager Alain Giresse. The Eagles are 67th in the world and 15th in Africa. What should the Malians expect of their...
2012 Africa Cup of Nations team profiles: Focus on Libya’s AFCON history
Can Marcos Paqueta inspire the Mediterranean Knights to something positive this month?
Libya’s best memory dates from 1982
Despite joining CAF as a member in 1965, Libya’s national team has tasted Nations Cup football only a few times. The 1982 African Cup of Nations marks, until now, the country’s greatest accomplishment on the continent.
Having qualified as hosts of the tournament, the Mediterranean Knights had the honour to compete against the likes of African powerhouses Ghana, Tunisia and Cameroon. The Libyans claimed strong results.
2012 Africa Cup of Nations team profiles: Focus on Gabon’s AFCON history
Gabon’s national team players are called Azingo Nationale (The Panthers of Gabon). They are managed by Gernot Rohr. The club is controlled by the Fédération Gabonaise de Football. Gabon are currently 77th in the FIFA Ranking. How will the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations influence the country’s status on the continent like around the world?
A history not so bad
There’s hope in the horizon for the Panthers of Gabon in the development of their football. Despite having no World Cup history and starting their African adventure quite late, the Azingo Nationale have numerous memories about the AFCON.
Tunisia 1994 was the Gabonese’s debut in this great soccer championship. Only 12 teams participated in the tournament – 1 of which was Gabon. The Panthers found themselves in Group B’s three-contender section with titans Egypt and Nigeria.
Chile vs Zambia - International Friendly Match Preview
Chile haven't played any top team like Holland, Argentina, Spain or Germany in the year 2010 as part of their preparations for the 2010 World Cup. However, they've tried to make the most of their friendly matches so far. They defeated Panama and Trinidad and Tobago whereas they avoided defeat against South American rivals Venezuela with a goalless draw back in April.
But their recent loss to Mexico seems to reveal that all is not so well with the Chilean squad that is mainly made of young and physically fit players. On Wednesday night, the home side will need to win big to prove that the country will not just be pretenders during the World Cup in South Africa but rather contenders. People who have an obsession for goals would love to think that Zambia will be no match for Chile. Actually, such people may be totally wrong to think this way.
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 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 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.
Zambia Team Profile - 2010 Africa Cup of Nations
Zambia – The country, the football
The Republic of Zambia, better known as Zambia, is a landlocked country situated in the south of the African continent. It is surrounded by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and Angola.
Its population reaches an estimate of 12,935,000 people, and its size is said to be over 752,000 km2. Zambia is actually an ex-British colony which gained its independence in 1964.
The country’s national football team, formally known as the Northern Rhodesia national football team, now carries the name “Chipolopolo”; which means “Copper Bullets” in English.