Alain Traore - Capable of breathtaking goals (video)

A player that springs to mind when I think about who can produce some world class strikes is Burkina Faso international, Alain Traore. Perhaps not as unknown as Eric Hassli but equal in terms of some of the stunning goals the two of them have produced.

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Can Ethiopia really make the World Cup?

Having begun their qualification way back in November few expected the Black Lions of Ethiopia to still be standing – yet they are now just a possible 180 minutes from a first ever appearance at football’s biggest spectacle.

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Victor Moses - Africa's next superstar? (video)

3 time African Player of the Year winner Samuel Eto'o is renowned for his acceleration and clinical finishing. 2 time winner Didier Drogba is renowned for his strength and power. 22 year old Nigerian Victor Moses has the potential to become renowned for all these abilities and to become Africa's next superstar.

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Ghana leads the way in coaching development

Many Ghanaians called for the head of coach James Kwesi Appiah after the Black Stars' shock shootout defeat to Burkino Faso in the semi-finals of the African Cup of Nations.

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Sunday best (Video)

The African Cup of Nations is Africa came to a clsoe last night with the Super Eagles of Nigeria beating Burkina Faso 1-0 in the final.

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PREVIEW: Tottenham vs Newcastle

The Magpies head to North London this Saturday lunch time for the first time since last seasons 5-0 thumping by Spurs.

Tottenham are in great form and have not suffered defeat in their last nine games.

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Five players to watch at the AFCON

Ah the return of international tournament football can only mean one thing – matches in the mid afternoon, much like the European Championship or the World. Except the African Cup of Nations is, unsurprisingly, held in Africa.

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5 players to watch in the Africa Cup of Nations 2013

There is something truly magical about the Africa Cup of Nations. It tends to be the most colourful, intriguing and often the most anticipated competition outside of European football because of the florescent differences that transpire. From the bands in the crowds boasting a wealth of instruments to create that easy-going party vibe to the masses of trickery you see on the field, it has become a must-see for so many football fans across the globe.

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African Cup of Nations 2013 Group A Preview

The African Cup of Nations 2013 begins in 5 days with South Africa, the hosts, taking on tournament debutants Cape Verde. With the Zambian underdogs leaving Gabon triumphant in 2012, it goes to show that anyone can win this years trophy.

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