The Organising Committee for U-20 Africa Cup of Nations have disqualified Uganda from the qualifiers of the 2017 edition for fielding an ineligible player in their First Round second leg clash against Rwanda. The match played on Saturday, 23 April 2016 in Kampala ended 2-1 in favour of Uganda, who won the tie 3-2 on […]
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The Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) are set to grow closer with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 11:30 AM (local time) at the Serena Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda.
CAF President, Issa Hayatou, and AFC President, Shaikh Salman Bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, will sign the MoU of mutual co-operation on development of football between the two confederations.
The two Presidents will be assisted by Hicham El Amrani, General Secretary of CAF and Dato’ Windsor John, General Secretary of the AFC.
The MoU which will be valid for four (4) years and open to renewal is meant to strengthen cooperation between the two confederations and provide a framework for exchanges on competitions and formation. This will be achieved through the sharing of information, experience, initiating high level competitions, conducting joint technical development programs in various fields such as: Coaching, Refereeing, Youth football, Women’s football, Integrity, Administration, Marketing, Media and Innovative technologies.
There will be a press conference to be addressed by the Presidents of CAF and AFC after signing the MoU.
Stakeholders in Nigeria football have come up with varying expectations for the new season. One of the major stakeholders in
grassroots football in the country, Prince Efemena Elutabe, has predicted a better year for football in Nigeria.
Speaking during an interview, Elutabe, who is President of Lagos based non-league side, Freestan Sports club, was optimistic that Nigerian football shall definitely move notches higher.
“Football in Nigeria last year was quite successful and I think it all down to the total commitment of all stakeholders and administrators in Nigerian football,” he quipped. He was particularly, impressed with the achievements of the Amaju Pinnick led NFF board, for the several innovations and ideas they have brought to Nigerian football.”
Much more, the successes achieved in Nigerian football last year, would definitely have a positive impact in the fortunes of our football, this year,” he enthused.
According to the business entrepreneur cum football aficionado, the home based Eagles would not disappoint during the CHAN, scheduled to begin this week in Rwanda. He believed that the level already attained in the local league, would put the team in good stead to go ahead and do better than its third place at the last edition of CHAN held in South Africa.
“I would call the present happenings in Nigerian football, the beginning of a new dawn for our football,” he remarked.
“From all indications, the boys would definitely bring out their best during the championship. And of course, they also understand that the CHAN, is an opportunity to showcase their talents on a bigger stage. Thus, I see the team returning to Nigeria, as champions,” he added confidently.
The Super Eagles B will take on fellow Rwanda-bound Palancas Negras of Angola in an international friendly in Pretoria on Wednesday.
On Tuesday, the Super Eagles B lashed the University of Pretoria 3-0 in a test game at the school, with two goals from forward Tunde Adeniji and one from midfielder Ifeanyi Mathew.
Nigeria’s home –based senior boys, who arrived in Pretoria on Saturday and commenced training on Sunday, are using the encounter as a big test ahead of the 4th African Nations Championship starting in Rwanda on January 16.
Head Coach Sunday Oliseh arrived in Pretoria ahead of the group and said on Tuesday that he is looking ahead to the clash with the skillful Angolans.
Angola finished as runner-up at the 2nd African Nations Championship in Sudan five years ago, while Nigeria finished in third place at the 3rd edition in South Africa in 2014.
Wednesday’s clash comes five days before another top duel – a friendly with Cote d’Ivoire at the same Tuks University Stadium.
The Super Eagles B delegation will fly into Rwanda on January 15, three days before the team trade tackles with neighbours-to-the-north Niger Republic in their first match of the tournament, at the astro-turf Stade Regional Nyamirambo on the outskirts of Kigali.
Nigeria’s hopefuls, to be captained by left–back Chima Akas in the absence of forward Gbolahan Salami, will also play Tunisia and Guinea in Group C, with the match against the Guineans scheduled for the city of Rubavu.
Head Coach Sunday Oliseh has called 26 players, including forward Gbolahan Salami and defender Chima Akas, for the first phase of preparatory camp ahead of next month’s 4th African Nations Championship in Rwanda.
The Super Eagles B has already been drawn into Group C of the competition alongside Niger Republic, Tunisia and Guinea, with matches to be played at the Stade Regional Nyamirambo in Kigali.
Also called are regulars Kalu Orji, Austin Oboroakpo, Jamiu Alimi (defenders), midfielders Ifeanyi Mathew, Paul Onobi, Usman Mohammed and Bature Yaro, forwards Ezekiel Bassey, Tunde Adeniji, Chisom Chikatara and Prince Aggrey, and goalkeepers Ikechukwu Ezenwa and Olufemi Thomas.
Invited players have been directed to report at the Bolton White Apartments, Wuse Zone 7, Abuja on Monday, 14th December.
Nigeria won the bronze medal at the last African Nations Championship held in South Africa in early 2014. The 4th edition runs between 16th January and 7th February, 2016.
THE FULL LIST
Goalkeepers: Ikechukwu Ezenwa (Sunshine Stars); Olufemi Thomas (Enyimba FC); David Obiazor (Heartland FC); Okemute Odah (Warri Wolves)
Defenders: Kalu Orji (Enugu Rangers); Austin Oboroakpo (Warri Wolves); Jamiu Alimi (Shooting Stars); Mathew Etim (Enugu Rangers); Stephen Eze (Sunshine Stars); Chima Akas (Sharks FC); Chris Madaki (Giwa FC)
Midfielders: Ifeanyi Mathew (El-Kanemi Warriors); Paul Onobi (Sunshine Stars); Usman Mohammed (FC Taraba); Bature Yaro (Nasarawa United); Osas Okoro (Enugu Rangers); Bartholomew Ibenegbu (Warri Wolves); Julius Ubido (Heartland FC); Ibrahim Salawa Attah (Shooting Stars); Christian Madu (Enugu Rangers)
Forwards: Ezekiel Bassey (Enyimba FC); Gbolahan Salami (Warri Wolves); Tunde Adeniji (Sunshine Stars); Bright Onyedikachi (FC IfeanyiUbah); Chisom Chikatara (Abia Warriors); Prince Aggrey (Sunshine Stars)
The host nation was drawn in Group A alongside Gabon, Morocco and Cote d’Ivoire for the fourth edition of the tournament designed exclusively for footballers playing in their domestic leagues.
Winners of the maiden edition in 2009, DR Congo are housed in Group B with 2011 losing finalists Angola, Cameroon and Ethiopia.
Group C has 2011 champions, Tunisia, Nigeria, Niger and debutants Guinea with Zimbabwe, one of two teams to have competed at every edition of the CHAN since its birth in 2009, in Group D with Mali, Uganda and Zambia.
The draw was held on Sunday, 15 November 2015 at the plush Serena Hotel in Kigali, with CAF Secretary General Hicham El Amrani conducting the draw with the assistance of Rwanda captain Haruna Niyonzima and head coach of the Rwanda women’s national team Marie Grace Umuntu.
Rwanda President Paul Kagame chaired the function, whilst CAF 2 nd Vice President Almamy Kabele Camara led the delegation from the continent’s soccer governing body.
Kabele Camara is also president of the Organising Committee of the African Nations Championship (CHAN).
The final tournament of the Orange CHAN 2016 will take place from 16 January to 7 February 2016 in Rwanda.
Group A will be based at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Group B in Butare, Group C at the Nyamirambo Stadium, also in Kigali with Gisenyi hosting Group D.
Results of the draw
A – Rwanda, Gabon, Morocco, Cote d’Ivoire
B – DR Congo, Angola. Cameroon, Ethiopia
C – Tunisia, Nigeria Niger, Guinea
D – Zimbabwe, Mali, Uganda, Zambia
2015 All Africa Games- Men’s Final
Algeria retained the gold medal of Men’s All Africa after they overcame hosts Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-20,25-22, 27-25) in front of packed Hall in Brazzaville, Congo on Monday.
Congo won the silver medal which is the best in their volleyball history at the continental or international level. Egypt gained the bronze medal after they overcame Rwanda 3-2 (25-27, 26-24, 24-26, 25-17, 15-13) in the third place match.
CAVB President Dr Amr Elwani accompanied by Congo Minister of Sports Leon Alfred Opimbat honoured the top 3 teams with the medals with the Control Committee of the competition.
Men’s competition
Final: Algeria v Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-20,25-22, 27-25)
Algeria took on Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-20,25-22, 27-25) in the final of the competition lasting 80 minutes. The Algerian team controlled the match through the pressure they made by the service throughout the match . Centre Amine Oumessad led the Algerian scorers with 14 points as Franck Ndotomat led the losers with 12 points.
Algeria used the tactical and spike service to disturb Congo reception and they went to 1-0 win through the spikes of Ould Charchali and the quick attacks through Oumessad from position 3. Congo fought back in the second set and had early lead 8-6 through the strong attacker Abrahis Nkouka and Exauce Ibuini. Algeria started to use the floating service and came back gradually till they won the second set 25-22.
The Algerian team maintained the pressure in the third set while Congo tried to save the match, but it was again the super blocking by the Algerians to gain the gold medal.
Bronze Medal: Egypt v Rwanda 3-2 (25-27, 26-24, 24-26, 25-17, 15-13)
Egypt beat Rwanda 3-2 (25-27, 26-24, 24-26, 25-17, 15-13) in the bronze medal match after a great performance from both teams for 126 minutes. Rwanda led twice 1-0 and 2-1 before Egypt came back with some substitutes to win the fourth set and the hard fought tiebreaker.
Egypt won the bronze medal, while Rwanda finished fourth. Rwanda’s Patrick Kavalo led the match scorers with 22 points, while Islam Elsayed led the winner’s scorers with 17 points.
Men’s Final Ranking
1. Algeria
2. Congo Brazzaville
3. Egypt
4. Rwanda
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All Africa Games Beach Volleyball- Finals
Angola Men and Nigeria Women’s Beach volleyball teams claimed the gold medals at the Beach Volleyball competition of 2015 All Africa Games held at Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville, Congo on Sunday.
Angola Men’s team pulled off a tough victory over neighbours Mozambique 2-0 (21-18, 21-18) in the final match to capture the gold medal after a great fought.
Nigeria Women’s team had to play a long tiebreaker to beat the favourites South Africa 2-1 (11-21, 21-13, 15-13) to claim their first gold medal in a senior championship.
South Africa men’s made the medal podium fully coming from zone 6 after they overcame Rwanda in the bronze medal match 2-0 (21-13, 21-15).
Rwanda made the podium in women’s competition after they won the bronze medal following their 2-0 (21-17, 21-16) victory over Kenya.
Men’s Final ranking
1. Angola
2. Mozambique
3. South Africa
4. Rwanda
5. Tunisia
6. Sierra Leone
7. Ghana
8. Burundi
Women’s Final ranking
1. Nigeria
2. South Africa
3. Rwanda
4. Kenya
5. Mozambique
6. Algeria
7. Guinea
8. Congo Brazzaville
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2015 All Africa Games- Men Day 9
Congo Brazzaville surprised 8 time African champions Egypt with a thrilling five set victory 3-2 (25-21, 19-25, 19-25, 25-22, 15-13) in a Marathon of 130 minutes to lead Pool A of Men’s All Africa games at Henry Elende Hall in Brazzaville, Congo on Friday.
Both teams already qualified to the semifinal early on Wednesday, But the stunning victory gave Congo the top of the Pool with a winning streak of 4-0 and left Egypt as runner up with 3-1 at the end of Pool matches.
Mozambique cruised past Botswana 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-23) in their last pool matches, as the winners achieve their single first round victory to improve their record to 1-3 to finish fourth ahead of Botswana who ended their campaign at the fifth position. Nigeria who finished their matches on Wednesday concluded at the third position with 2-2.
Men’s competition
Mozambique v Botswana 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-23)
Mozambique fought bravely to overcome Botswana 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-23) in 80 minutes of exciting action. With the win Mozambique improved to 1-3 with 3 points, while Botswana dropped to 0-4.
Mozambique used well their attacking strength where Aldevino Nguvo was the match scorer with 14 points. Kabo Moetse led Botswana with 12 points.
Congo Brazzaville v Egypt 3-2 (25-21, 19-25, 19-25, 25-22, 15-13)
Congo Brazzaville played amazing game to overpower giants Egypt 3-2 (25-21, 19-25, 19-25, 25-22, 15-13) in Pool A. Congo finished Pool A matches at the top with 4-0 and 11 points, while Egypt dropped to 3-1 with 10 points.
Congo’s blockers played their best to stop the Egyptian and had 10/9 advantage in stuff blocks. The efficient outside hitter Frank Ndolomat led his team scorers with 17 point. Egypt’s opposite spiker Reda Heikal led Egypt and match scorers with 25 points.
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Women’s Volleyball Competition: 2015 All Africa Games- Women Day 9
Brazzaville, Congo, September 10, 2015- Egypt overwhelmed Seychelles 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 25-16) in the final pool A matches at Women’s All Africa Games at Henry Elende Hall in Brazzaville, Congo on Friday.
The winner continued unbeaten at the end of the preliminary round with 5-0 record to lead the pool followed by Seychelles 4-1 as both teams confirmed semifinal berth. Botswana hammered Ghana 3-0 (25-22, 27-25, 25-14) to finish third of the pool. Senegal overcame Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-19, 25-13, 25-14) to finish fourth.
Egypt v Seychelles 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 25-16)
Egypt downed Seychelles 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 25-16) in Pool A Champions decider lasting 65 minutes. Egypt finished their pool matches with a win- loss ratio of 5-0 with 15 points to lead the pool leaving Seychelles in the second position with 11 points from 4-1 to finish second. Both teams already secured semifinal tickets early on Wednesday.
Aya El Shami led the Egyptian scorers with 14 points followed by middle blocker Aya Khaled 10 points. Seychelles big gun Marielle Bonne led Seychelles with 13 points.
Botswana v Ghana 3-0 (25-22, 27-25, 25-14)
Botswana overwhelm Ghana 3-0 (25-22, 27-25, 25-14) in 75 minutes in Pool A match. Botswana finished their pool matches with 3-2 record and 8 points to finish 3rd of the Pool, while Ghana dropped to 1-4 to finish 4th.
Efficient outside hitter Tracy Chaba led Botswana with 17 points, while Mary Addai led Ghana with 10 points.
Senegal v Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-19, 25-13, 25-14)
Senegal overpowered Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-19, 25-13, 25-14) in 61 minutes in Pool A. Senegal finished their pool matches with 2-3 record and 8 points in the fourth position, while Congo Brazzaville finished with 0-5 record at the bottom of the pool.
Sow Binetou led the Senegalese scorers with 11 points followed by Sokhna Gueye 9. Olive Bikindou led Congo scorers with 12 points.
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All Africa Games Beach Volleyball- Day 2
Rwanda, Nigeria and South Africa teams were the heroes of day 2 of the Beach Volleyball competition at the 2015 All Africa Games as those teams had stunning victories at both men’s and Women’s competitions at new Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville, Congo on Thursday.
Rwanda Men’s team emerged victorious against Zimbabwe 2-0, while their women counterparts defeated also Zimbabwe in the same score.
Nigerian Men overwhelmed emerging Gambia team 2-0, while their women defeated Congo RD 2-0. South Africa had also double gender victories as their men beat Algeria 2-0 and the women topped Senegal 2-0.
The competition is held in 3 courts at the new Kintele Stadium in Brazzaville, Congo with the participation of 18 men and 16 women teams
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Dark horses Seychelles and Egypt confirmed semifinal slots at Women’s All Africa Games after both teams continued their unbeaten campaign with fourth victory against Congo Brazzaville and Ghana at Henry Elende Hall in Brazzaville, Congo on Wednesday.
Egypt hammered Ghana 3-0 (25-21, 25-17, 25-15) to improve to 4-0 to clinch the top of the pool with 12 points followed by Seychelles 4-0 also but with 11 points. Botswana upset Senegal to come third with 2-2 record (5 points), Senegal 1-3 (5 points), Ghana 1-3 (3 points) and Congo Brazzaville 0-4.
Botswana v Senegal 3-2 (25-17, 20-25, 25-21, 23-25, 17-15)
Botswana overcame Senegal in epic tiebreaker 3-2 (25-17, 20-25, 25-21, 23-25, 17-15) in a Marathon lasting 121 minutes. Botswana led 1-0 and 2-1 and were ahead in the 4th set before they lost narrowly to allow the Senegalese to extend the match to tiebreak. in the tebreak Senegal led 8-2, but Botswana fought bravely to decrease the point deficit gradually till they won 17-15.
Botswana improved to 2-2 with 5 points, while Senegal dropped to 1-3 with also 5 points. Botswana’s big gun Gasekgonwe Gaoleseletese led her team and match scorers with 27 points, followed by Tracy Chaba 24. Sow Binetou led Botswana’s attacker with 17 points followed by Fatou Diouf 13.
Egypt v Ghana 3-0 (25-21, 25-17, 25-15)
Egypt overcame shaky start in reception to top Ghana 3-0 (25-21, 25-17, 25-15) in 68 minutes. The winner secured a semifinal ticket from Pool A with 4-0 win- loss ratio, while Ghana dropped to 1-3. Mariem Metwally led Egypt’s scorers with 16 points followed by Aya El Shami 11 points. Adjei Benedicta led Ghana’s scorers with 7 points.
Egypt started the match with a lot of mistakes in reception and digging allowing Ghana team to lead 16-7 before they regained their stability to win the first set narrowly 25-21 before they correct the mistakes relatively to win the match in straight sets.
Seychelles v Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-6, 25-13, 25-13)
Seychelles continued their winning rhythm after they crush hosts Congo Brazzaville 3-0 (25-6, 25-13, 25-13) to confirm a semifinal ticket. Seychelles improved their win- loss ratio to 4-0, while Congo dropped to 0-4.
Jerina Bonne led Seychelles scorers with 11 points followed by her daughter Marielle Bonne 9 points. Olive Bikindou led the losers with only 8 points.
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