Seven unforgettable moments from AFCON 2023
The Africa Cup of Nations might just be the most entertaining sporting spectacle on the planet and the latest edition has delivered moments to remember.
From crazy commentary, action-packed encounters and surprise stars, AFCON 2023 lived up to its billing with a month of unforgettable events.
Following the conclusion of the tournament, that saw Ivory Coast triumph over Nigeria in Sunday’s showpiece, we remember seven unforgettable moments from AFCON 2023.
Bebe’s free-kick
Bebe, remember him"
The former Manchester United flop declared for Cape Verde in 2022 and has since made an impact with the national team after scoring six times on the international stage. None have been better than this blast from all of 40 yards, as Bebe bamboozled Mozambique ‘keeper Hernani Siluane from range.
Bebé’s long range free-kick gives Cape Verde the lead! pic.twitter.com/qIAHiHjxlE
? Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) January 19, 2024
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Mali’s meltdown
Mali exited the competition in one of the most dramatic AFCON games of all time, a clash that saw three red cards and a last-gasp extra-time winner for host nation Ivory Coast. Mali had looked set for a place in the semi-finals and led until the final minute of normal time, before Simon Adingra’s goal forced an additional 30 minutes.
Oumar Diakite’s 122nd-minute winner sent the 10-man Elephants into the last four to leave Mali devastate...
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