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Senegal Beats Egypt On Penalty Kick To Win First AFCON Title

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Senegal Beats Egypt On Penalty Kick To Win First AFCON Title

Senegal has claimed their first ever Africa Cup of Nations title with a 4-2 penalty shootout victory over seven-time AFCON winners Egypt in the 33rd edition of the African Cup Of Nation hosted in Yaounde, Cameroon on Sunday.

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Liverpool forward, Sadio Mane missed a penalty kick in the first half of the tournament but converted the decisive penalty shout-out to send senegal through to win their first ever AFCON Trophy.

Head coach Aliou Cissé becomes the first manager to lead Senegal to clinched AFCON Title.

Chelsea goalkeeper Edward Mendy named the best goal keeper of the tournament.

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Host Nation Cameroon skipper Aboubakar emerged as the top scorer with 8goals winning the golden boot and also helping his country to place third.

Sadio Mane was awarded the star man of the tournament winning the over all player of the tournament.

Source: SintimMedia

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Coach Michael Mireku: The Visionary Behind Central Region’s U-17 Breakthrough

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In the world of football, greatness is often measured by vision, resilience, and the ability to transform potential into achievement.

Coach Michael Mireku, the mastermind behind Aims Soccer Academy and newly appointed Head Coach of the Central Regional U-17 Team, has once again etched his name in the annals of Ghanaian football history.

Under his expert guidance, Team Central has defied expectations, storming into the semi-finals of the GFA KGL U-17 National Championship – a feat never before achieved in the competition’s history. This remarkable milestone is a testament to Coach Mireku’s unwavering dedication, tactical brilliance, and unrelenting passion for the beautiful game.

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The Central Region’s maiden semi-final appearance is more than just a personal triumph for Coach Mireku; it’s a badge of honor for the entire region. His leadership has not only nurtured young talent but also instilled discipline and fostered a sense of teamwork, propelling the region’s football resurgence to new heights.

As Coach Mireku leads Team Central into the semi-finals, he embodies the hopes and dreams of an entire region yearning for football glory. His influence extends beyond the pitch, inspiring a new generation of footballers with his mentorship and role-modeling.


The future of Central Region football indeed looks brighter with trailblazers like Coach Michael Mireku at the helm.

Source: Ekow Austin

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