Basil Boli provides an overview of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2013, expressing his excitement and observations about the tournament. Here’s a summary of his key points:
GROUP A:
- Boli mentions disappointment with the opening match between South Africa and Cape Verde, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
- He views the matches in Group A as having the potential to be decisive for the future winner of CAN 2013.
GROUP B:
- Boli discusses the surprising draw between Ghana and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), expressing a preference for Ghana but questioning coach Kwessi Appiah’s decision.
- He notes Mali’s victory against Niger, highlighting the team’s courage amid challenging circumstances.
GROUP C:
- Boli is impressed by Ethiopia’s performance, drawing against reigning world champion Zambia, and expresses concern for his friend Fox, possibly referring to a fellow commentator.
- He applauds Burkina Faso’s draw against Nigeria, considering it an unexpected outcome.
GROUP D:
- Boli expresses joy at the match between Ivory Coast and Togo, featuring star players like Drogba, Touré, and Adebayor. He appreciates Adebayor’s decision to play in the CAN.
- He criticizes Togo’s coach Didier Six for his post-match reaction, considering it not in the spirit of fair play.
- Boli mentions Tunisia’s surprising draw against Algeria in the 90th minute, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of the CAN.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
- Boli offers a general review of the tournament, stating that South Africa needs to redeem itself.
- He highlights the impressive performances of small nations like Ethiopia, Cape Verde, and Burkina Faso, suggesting they may continue to surprise.
- Boli predicts challenges for Zambia in defending their title and suggests Morocco as a potential successor.
- He characterizes Togo as a bad loser and sees Ivory Coast as a strong contender.
- The unexpected outcome of Tunisia knocking out Algeria is noted.
Basil Boli expresses his enthusiasm for the CAN and provides insights into the matches and teams participating. If you have specific questions or if there’s anything else you’d like to discuss, feel free to let me know!
