At the 3rd edition of the Maracana African Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Niamey, the spotlight fell on Benin and Ivory Coast, who were crowned champions in the veteran and senior categories respectively. The event, hosted at the Niamey Sports Palace, ended in celebration and showcased the growing appeal of Maracana (a popular small-sided football variant) across Africa.
🏆 Results:
Veterans Category:
Benin won the title after a tense penalty shootout (7-6) against Ivory Coast.
The match ended 0-0 in regular time.
Seniors Category:
Ivory Coast retained their title by convincingly defeating Benin 4-1.
This marks their second consecutive win in the senior category.
🌍 Participating Countries:
Benin
Burkina Faso
Ivory Coast
Niger
Togo
The tournament is clearly expanding in popularity and regional involvement, underlining its potential as a continental sporting event. Would you like more info about the rules of Maracana football or past editions of the tournament?
