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New stadium hosts a pair of draws in Group B of African Cup

Monday, 19 January 2015, 06:53 Last update: about 13 years ago Associated Press

The new stadium carved out of dense jungle was the only real winner Sunday at the African Cup of Nations. Both Group B matches played at the small venue ended in 1-1 draws, with Congo coming back...

Not a perfect start, but African Cup up and running

Sunday, 18 January 2015, 06:41 Last update: about 13 years ago Associated Press

Republic of Congo's team was stuck in a traffic jam for over an hour on its way to play the opening game of the African Cup of Nations on Saturday. Later, dozens of rowdy fans found their way into a...

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