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Niger v Ghana Africa Cup of Nations Lineup

This game is in the Africa Cup of Nations, kick off at 18:00 on Monday 09 September 2024.


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Niger v Ghana Africa Cup of Nations

  • Niger has competed in the Africa Cup of Nations three times, with their best performance being in 2013 when they reached the quarter-finals.
  • Ghana is one of the most successful teams in Africa Cup of Nations history, winning the tournament four times (in 1963, 1965, 1978, and 1982).
  • Niger's national team is nicknamed the Mena, which means "The Gazelles" in French.
  • Ghana's national team is nicknamed the Black Stars, and their home kit consists of a white jersey with a black star on the chest.
  • Niger has never qualified for the FIFA World Cup, but they have made progress in recent years with improved performances in regional tournaments.
  • Ghana has a fierce rivalry with Nigeria, with matches between the two teams often referred to as the "Bat.