worldcupblog.org - 1/13/2008
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There are now only eight days until Ghana 2008 gets going, which means eight more teams to preview. It also means we’ve reached the halfway point of our African Cup of Nations preview so feel free to take a breather. With Group A and Group B behind us it’s time to move on to Group C, and we’ll start with Sudan.
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... Sudan The Desert Hawks have chosen mostly domestic players and will be looking at this tournament as great experience and an opportunity to attract European clubs. Player to Watch: Faisal Agab, the 37-year-old talisman was left off the initial roster but then named to the 23-man squad. WCB Sudan Preview Zambia Coach Patrick Phiri has ditched big names like Collins Mbesuma and drafted in promising youngsters like James Chamanga instead. The Zambians won’t be anyone’s tip to win the tournament, but could easily pull a couple of surprises. Player to Watch: Chris Katongo ...
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