Five Africa Cup of Nations players you should know but don't... yet
We celebrate five African players who may not enjoy a huge international reputation, but who boast some of the Afcon's most intriguing tales.
2019 Schedule
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Madagascar secure first ever AFCON appearance
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Ahmad ousts Hayatou in CAF vote
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2019 ANC Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +1 | 3 |
| Guinea | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Madagascar | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Burundi | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
2019 Team LeadersAfrica Cup of Nations
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsAfrica Cup of Nations
Goal Difference0Tied-9th
Goals Scored2Tied-2nd
Assists2Tied-2nd
Goals Conceded2Tied-15th