Who won the Cup of Nation in 2012?
Zambia national football team2012 Africa Cup of Nations / ChampionThe Zambia national football team represents Zambia in men’s international association football and it is governed by the Football Association of Zambia. During the 1980s, they were known as the KK 11, after founding president Dr. Kenneth Kaunda who ruled Zambia from 1964 to 1991. Wikipedia
What is the score of Afcon 2012 finals?
2012 Africa Cup of Nations Final
| Event | 2012 Africa Cup of Nations |
|---|---|
| Zambia Ivory Coast 0 0 | |
| Zambia won 8–7 on penalties | |
| Date | 12 February 2012 |
| Venue | Stade d’Angondjé, Libreville |
Which country won the 2012 African Cup of nations?
Zambia
Africa Cup of Nations
| year | winner | runner-up |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Egypt | Ghana |
| 2012 | Zambia | Côte d’Ivoire |
| 2013* | Nigeria | Burkina Faso |
| 2015 | Côte d’Ivoire | Ghana |
Where was Afcon 2012 held?
The competition took place between 21 January and 12 February 2012 and was co-hosted by Equatorial Guinea and Gabon.
Why is Africa Cup of Nations every 2 years?
For many on the continent, the belief is that Europe continues to get the biggest economic benefits from the football industry. The best African players are based in European clubs, in what is a one-way street. A World Cup every two years would spread more money to them.
Has Nigeria ever won the World Cup?
2014 World Cup Nigeria’s campaign in the 2014 FIFA World Cup opened with a disappointing 0–0 draw against Iran. Four days later the team played their second game against Bosnia and Herzegovina. A controversial 29th-minute Peter Odemwingie goal gave Nigeria their first World Cup win since 1998.
How did Zambia win Afcon 2012?
Ten years ago AFCON 2012 threw up one of the biggest surprises in international footballing history when Zambia, 10th favourites at 40-1 before the competition started, shocked favourites Ivory Coast (and others) by winning the final in Libreville via a penalty shootout.
Who won 2013 Afcon?
Nigeria national football team2013 Africa Cup of Nations / Champion
Who won the African Cup the most?
Egypt
Egypt is the most successful nation in the cup’s history, winning the tournament seven times. Three trophies have been awarded during the tournament’s history, with Ghana, and Cameroon winning the first two versions to keep after each of them won a tournament three times.
How many times did Cameroon won the African Cup of nations?
Africa Cup of Nations winners – Egypt, Cameroon dominate continental showpiece. Inaugural champions Egypt have won the AFCON seven times while Cameroon have five titles to their name.
Did Zambia qualify Afcon?
Zambia missed out on the 2021 AFCON by a single point after finishing third behind The Warriors. Algeria topped the group. According to CAF regulations, a team that withdraws “after its qualification in the final tournament, but before its actual start, shall be replaced by the team classified next in the group.”
Who will win Africa Cup of Nations?
Senegal are the favourites to win the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. The Lions, lead by the likes of Premier League stars Sadio Mane, Edouard Mendy and Ismailia Saar, are 10/11 to lift the trophy.