In a riveting kick-off to Group E in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Mali and South Africa will square off under the floodlights in Ivory Coast this Tuesday.
Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o has thrown a spotlight on Bafana Bafana, expressing bewilderment at their persistent struggles in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Garry Rodrigues scored in stoppage-time to lead Cape Verde Islands to a 2-1 victory over four-time champions Ghana in Group B at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghana coach Chris Hughton says their errors proved costly as the Black Stars suffered a surprise 2-1 defeat against Cape Verde to make life difficult for themselves in Group B of the AFCON.
Tournament hopefuls Nigeria and Egypt were both held to draws in their opening games at the Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.
Midfielder Trezeguet hopes Egypt's final heartbreak of 2022 can act as motivation for 2023 Africa Cup of Nations success this year.