Ibrahima Kone
AFCON 2021: Four best players in Group stages
The group stage of AFCON 2021 has ended and now 16 African teams are ready to battle it out in the knockouts for the continental crown. Below we look at some of the players who stood out with their excellent performances in the group stages. 1- Vincent Aboubakar (Cameroon) Vincent Aboubakar has been in spectacular form in the current Africa Cup of Nations. The in-form striker scored two goals in Cameroon’s 2-1 victory over Burkina Faso in their first group match. The 29-year-old followed that up with another brace in the Indomitable Lions’ 4-1 win over Ethiopia. Surprisingly, he was also on the scoresheet in their 1-1 draw with Cape Verde. Aboubakar is currently leading the scoring charts at AFCON 2021, with five goals to his name. He has also shown his leadership q...
AFCON 2021: Guinea-Bissau players in tears after 1-0 defeat against Egypt
Guinea-Bissau players were reportedly in tears following their 1-0 defeat at the hands of Egypt in their previous AFCON group match. Star forward Mohamed Salah broke the deadlock in the 70th minute of the match. However, Baciro Cande’s side seemed to have restored parity when Mama Balde fired a stunning equaliser. But that goal was chalked off after a video assistant referee review. “We’re bitterly disappointed because the referee’s decision to rule out that goal left many players lying on the floor in tears,” Monaco midfielder Pele said (as per BBC Sport). He also added: “All the players are disappointed and crying in the dressing room. To lose in this way is very bad and it left all the players in tears.” Guinea-Bissau are currently sitting third...
AFCON 2021: Tunisia bounce back to claim 4-0 victory over Mauritania
Tunisia thrashed Mauritania 4-0 on Sunday to bounce back strongly in the AFCON 2021. The Eagles of Carthage lost their opening match against Mali after Ibrahima Kone converted the second-half penalty. However, they have responded strongly to that defeat by claiming an emphatic victory this weekend. Mondher Kebaier’s side dominated proceedings from the beginning, with Hamza Mathlouthi driving in a half volley to score the opener within the first four minutes. Wahbi Khazri quickly doubled their advantage by slotting in another goal. The Saint-Etienne star grabbed his second goal in the next half before Seifeddine Jaziri also earned his name on the scoresheet. Although substitute Youssef Msakni missed a late penalty, Tunisia will be satisfied with the resul...
Mali defeat Tunisia in AFCON 2021 match marred by controversy
Mali have made a winning start to their Africa Cup of Nations campaign by beating Tunisia 1-0 on Wednesday. Ibrahima Kone scored the first goal early in the second half from the penalty spot. Mondher Kebaier’s side got a great opportunity to get back in the game after a penalty was awarded to them in the 75th minute. However, goalkeeper Ibrahima Mounkoro made a fine save to maintain the Eagles’ lead. The Group F match ended in controversial circumstances as the referee twice blew for full time prematurely. Janny Sikazwe tried to end the game in the 85th minute but soon realised his mistake and decided to continue play. The Zambian then issued a red card to Mali’s El Bilal Toure which seemed a harsh decision for the 20-year-old’s strong tackle. The ...
