5 Players to watch during the Africa Cup of Nations

The 33rd Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Cameroon on Sunday 9 January after being delayed a year by the coronavirus pandemic.

African football has produced a lot of talented players over the years now. The 33rd African cup of nation is set to produced another batch of talented and promising footballers over the Globe.

Players to watch out for……

Kamaldeen Sulemana – Ghana

The Ghana international has the makings of being a star. Currently at Rennes, Sulemana is being traced by some of Europe’s biggest clubs. His confidence, speed, and touch will bring a breath of fresh air to a Ghana team looking for a revival in Cameroon.

Edmond Tapsoba – Burkina Faso

Despite a tremendous injury that kept him off the field for several months, the Bayer Leverkusen player is one of the most courted defenders in Europe. Edmond Tapsoba is the leader of Burkina Faso’s defense, which will do everything to repeat 2013’s run to the final.

Sébastien Haller – Ivory Coast

Brilliant for Ajax Amsterdam this season, especially in the Champions League, Sebastien Haller will be the leader of the Ivory Coast attack. The former Eintracht Frankfurt player only made his debut for the Elephants in 2020.

Amadou Haidara – Mali

Amadou Haidara has become a key midfield presence for German club RB Leipzig. He fulfills a similar role for the Eagles of Mali, who are among the outsiders at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations.

Karl Toko-Ekambi – Cameroon

Karl Toko-Ekambi is having a good season with Olympique Lyonnais. He also scored the goal that sent Cameroon to the African playoffs for the 2022 World Cup. His speed and liveliness give him a unique profile within the Indomitable Lions. He could be one of the breakout stars on the international stage.

Source NewsNow.com

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