The semifinals of the 2013 African Cup of Nations (CAN) are set to resume after a two-day break, featuring matchups that resemble a West African derby. The first semifinal in Durban sees Nigeria facing Mali, with Nigeria having eliminated the Ivory Coast and Mali ending the host country South Africa’s ambitions. The second semifinal in Nelspruit will be contested between Burkina Faso and Ghana. Burkina Faso aims to reach its first final in the CAN after defeating Togo, while Ghana hopes to secure its 5th trophy and end a 31-year drought. The matches will take place at 3 p.m. UT and 6:30 p.m. UT, respectively.
