The most anticipated clash of the qualifiers sees Ghana take on arch-rivals Nigeria.
The stage is set for the final round of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers, as Africa’s finest domestic players battle to secure a place at the main tournament.
The double-legged ties, beginning this weekend, feature classic rivalries and regional showdowns that will define the final 19 teams headed for Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania next year.
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The most anticipated clash of the qualifiers sees Ghana take on arch-rivals Nigeria.
This “Jollof Derby” not only revives a long-standing rivalry but also places immense pressure on two nations that pride themselves on footballing excellence.
Ghana, powered by their rich CHAN history, will look to stop a resurgent Nigeria, who have a point to prove after recent near misses in continental competitions.
In another West African thriller, Guinea face neighbors Guinea-Bissau. These teams share cultural and sporting rivalries, setting the stage for a fiercely contested tie.
Defending champions Senegal begin their qualifying journey against Liberia, while Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions face the challenge of Central African Republic (CAR).
Cameroon, perennial powerhouses, will need to assert dominance early in the tie to secure their path to the finals.
From the COSAFA region, Mozambique take on Zambia in a fixture brimming with regional pride. Meanwhile, Lesotho clash with Angola as both sides look to defy expectations and progress to the final tournament.
Elsewhere, Eswatini meet Madagascar, while Mauritania tackle Mali in a tie that promises high-energy performances.
The first-leg matches will take place between December 20 and 22, 2024, while the return legs are scheduled for December 25 to 29, 2024.
With the CHAN exclusively for domestic league players, this stage offers emerging talents a platform to shine.
The stakes couldn’t be higher as Africa’s top domestic talents aim to book their flights to East Africa for 2024 CHAN , where history awaits.
Final qualifying round fixtures:
Liberia vs Senegal
Mauritania vs Mali
Guinea vs Guinea-Bissau
Togo vs Niger
Cote d’Ivoire vs Burkina Faso
Ghana vs Nigeria
Equatorial Guinea vs Congo
Central African Republic vs Cameroon
Chad vs DR Congo
Burundi vs Uganda
Ethiopia vs Sudan
South Sudan vs Rwanda
Eswatini vs Madagascar
Lesotho vs Angola
Mozambique vs Zambia
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