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AFCON semi-final matches are set to serve up a continental feast today  as Nigeria face South Africa at 6pm while host nation  Cote d’Ivoire square-up with DR Congo at 9pm.

Both matches will be aired on StarTimes’ Sports Premium and Beta Sports channels as low as N1500 weekly, as well as the StarTimes-ON mobile app.

Nigeria, the three-time champions, arrive with the swagger of a team on a mission. Victor Osimhen and Moses Simon are capable of weaving magic on their own. The Super Eagles of Nigeria is a team brimming with an insatiable hunger for glory, while the resurgent Bafana Bafana of South Africa is a squad with a point to prove and a never-say-die spirit.

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South Africa, the 1996 champions, are a team reborn. After years of wilderness, they’ve rediscovered their fighting spirit. They’ve silenced doubters with their resilience, grinding out results with a newfound defensive solidity. But can they match the attacking fireworks of the Super Eagles?

The stakes are high. Will Nigeria continue their dominant march, or will South Africa spring a surprise and rewrite the script? The fate will be sealed on Wednesday live on StarTimes, starting at 6pm.

Their only previous meeting at the same stage, at the National Stadium in Lagos when Nigeria co-hosted the 2000 finals with Ghana, ended 2-0 in favour of Nigeria.

South Africa has only beaten Nigeria twice in 14 previous meetings at full senior level, though Nigeria edged an African Nations Championship clash by beating the hosts 3-1 in Cape Town in 2014.

The pre-match banter is already spicy. Nigerian fans are confident, their chants echoing “We are the Champions!” South African supporters are fired up, reminding everyone that Bafana Bafana are back with a vengeance.

The excitement of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 continues as StarTimes brings live coverage of the highly anticipated quarterfinal matches live and in HD.

The Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles, will be looking to continue their dominant run in the tournament as they face off against Angola’s Palancas Negras. Nigeria has shown resilience throughout the competition. Angola, on the other hand, defied expectations by reaching the knockout stage and will be determined to cause an upset against the favourites. The match will be played at 6 pm on Sports Premium and Beta Sports channels for as low as N1500 weekly on StarTimes.

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In the other quarterfinal match, DR Congo will lock horns with Guinea. DR Congo has never won any match in the tournament; they have drawn all matches except in the round of sixteen where they knocked out Egypt in a penalty shootout. Guinea, meanwhile, has impressed with their organized team play and will be aiming to reach the last four. The match will be played at 9pm on StarTimes.

StarTimes is the home of AFCON 2023 matches in Nigeria, ensuring that fans across the country can catch all the action live and in high definition. With expert commentary and match analysis, StarTimes provides a comprehensive and immersive viewing experience for football fans.

Today  promises electrifying encounters as underdogs plot shocking upsets in the final AFCON group stage matches.

The matches are available live and in HD on StarTimes for as low as N2500 weekly, and StarTimes-ON mobile app.

The tournament has taken David and Goliath’s outlook thus far with African giants struggling to match-up with underdogs.

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Guinea-Bissau have threatened to stage a come after losing to Cote d’Ivoire  and Equatorial Guinea. They will face the Super Eagles of Nigeria at 6pm live and in HD on Sports Premium channel on StarTimes. Same time, underdogs Equatorial Guinea will face host nation Cote d’Ivoire on the Sports Life channel on StarTimes. Group A leaders Equatorial Guinea, fueled by Nsue’s enigmatic wing play, hope to breach the Elephants’ formidable defence.

The Black Stars of Ghana, after a stuttering start, face a crucial test against a Mozambique side desperate to get their campaign back on track. Ghana sit on one point after losing to underdog, Cape Verde and drawing with Egypt. Mozambique, however, are no pushovers and are eager to upset the applecart, after a draw with Egypt and a loss to Cape Verde.

The Pharaohs of Egypt have much to worry about. Two draws against Ghana and underdogs, Mozambique. They will face the toast of the tournament, Cape Verde who top Group B with six points. The Group B final group stage matches will be aired at 9 pm live and in HD on Sports Premium, Sports Life and Beta Sports channels on StarTimes, as well as StarTimes-ON mobile app.

TODAY’S MATCHES

Equatorial  Guinea vs. Cote d’Ivoire

Guinea-Bissau vs. Nigeria

Cape Verde vs. Egypt

Mozambique vs. Ghana

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is in full swing, and this weekend promises to be a scorcher on StarTimes.

With underdogs pulling up shockers, the storylines are as hot as the African sun.

The matches will air on Sports Premium, Sports Life and Beta Sports channels on StarTimes as well as StarTimes-ON mobile app.

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Today, Algeria will face the fierce-looking Burkina Faso team at 3pm. The Desert Foxes of Algeria are hungry for another AFCON title. They’ll lock horns in a clash that’s sure to be a tactical chess match. Both teams boast passionate fans and a never-say-die attitude, so expect fireworks under the floodlights.

Mauritania and Angola go head-to-head at 6pm on the Sports Premium channel. The Al-Murabitun, despite being underdogs, are eager to prove their mettle on the continental stage. Angola, seasoned with AFCON experience, will be looking to spoil the party.

Tunisia will take on Mali at 9pm. This Group E showdown is a clash of titans, with both teams boasting ambitions to lift the trophy.

The air crackles with anticipation in Abidjan  as two African football giants, Nigeria and the host nation, Cote d’Ivoire, lock horns in a must-win clash  today at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Both teams hold fond memories of their 2013 AFCON quarter-final encounter, where the Super Eagles soared to victory over the Les Elephants. But  today’s showdown holds a different kind of allure – a place in the knockout stages. The match will air on Sports Premium, channel 252 or 246, on StarTimes as well as on StarTimes-ON mobile app.

Nigeria, who stumbled to a 1-1 draw against Equatorial Guinea in their opening match, desperately need a win to reignite their title aspirations. Equatorial Guinea, meanwhile, will look to build on their surprise result and upset the apple cart again against Guinea-Bissau at 3:00 PM, also on the Sports Premium channel.

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Cote d’Ivoire , buoyed by a comfortable 2-0 victory over Guinea-Bissau, enter the match as slight favourites. However, the pressure of playing on home turf and memories of that 2013 defeat hang heavy in the air.

Meanwhile, Group B boasts another heavyweight clash, with five-time champions Egypt taking on Ghana at 9:00 PM. Both teams stumbled in their opening matches, with Egypt drawing with Mozambique and Ghana losing to Cape Verde. A win for either would reignite their campaign and throw the group wide open. The game will air on the Sports Premium and Sports Life channels at 9pm on StarTimes.

Adding to the AFCON excitement, StarTimes has partnered with leading fintech platform PalmPay to launch the “AFCON Football Fiesta” campaign. This month-long celebration will shower football fans with prizes and rewards, keeping the AFCON spirit alive throughout the tournament.

Every day during the AFCON, one lucky StarTimes customer who uses the PalmPay app to subscribe will win a free one-month subscription. But that’s not all! Numerous coupons and bonuses await customers who renew their subscriptions via the app, making AFCON 2024 even more thrilling.

From Asia’s tactical genius to Africa’s electrifying pace, StarTimes is set to deliver a football feast with live broadcasts of AFC Asian Cup, AFCON, and The Best FIFA Football Awards™ 2023.

Host nation, Qatar will open the tournament against Lebanon at 5pm on Sports Life channel. The prestigious AFC Asian Cup kicks off on Friday with 24 teams vying for continental glory in the sun-drenched stadiums of Qatar.

Asian giants like Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Australia battle it out for the coveted trophy, alongside rising stars like China and Vietnam. StarTimes will broadcast every match live, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of the drama.

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Tomorrow ,the Africa Cup of Nations is set to ignite the continent. Fans will witness the beautiful game unfold as 24 African nations clash for continental supremacy. From the established powerhouses like Senegal, Egypt, and Nigeria to the exciting up-and-comers like Gambia and Guinea-Bissau, every match promises to be a spectacle. StarTimes will bring you all the action live, capturing the passion, skill, and unpredictable nature of African football live on Sports Premium, Beta Sports and Sports Live channels.

The Best FIFA Football Awards™ 2023: Capping off this footballing feast, The Best FIFA Football Awards™ 2023 will take place on Monday, recognizing the world’s best players and coaches. Witness the crowning of the coveted Ballon d’Or awards and celebrate the individual brilliance that illuminates the beautiful game. StarTimes will bring you the glamour and excitement of this prestigious event live, ensuring you’re part of the global footballing celebration.

With this comprehensive footballing package, StarTimes is reaffirming its commitment to delivering the best sporting content to its subscribers, Lazarus Ibeabuchi, PR Manager, StarTimes Nigeria said.

Media giant StarTimes have yet reiterated that all the 52 matches of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Cote d’Ivoire 2023 will air on Sports Premium, channel 252 or 246 as well as on StarTimes-ON app.

StarTimes had long secured the rights to air AFCON 2023 as well as CAF Events to be held in 2024 including CHAN 2024 and AFCON 2025 qualifiers in Anglophone & Lusophone Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.

This strategic acquisition cements StarTimes’ commitment to delivering premium sports content to its viewers and reinforces its position as a leading player in the African media landscape.

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The company noted that its investment in the rights for AFCON 2023 and CAF Events reflects the company’s dedication to supporting and promoting African sports, adding StarTimes aims to bring the thrill and excitement of AFCON to an even broader audience, fostering a sense of unity and pride across the continent.

Speaking further on StarTimes ‘ non-exclusive rights, company Vice President, Eric Xiao, said in Lagos yesterday that millions of its subscribers stand to have a wonderful AFCON experience with all the 52 matches to be aired on its Sports premium, channel 252 or 246 as well as on StarTimes-ON app.

“ For us, the AFCON is a big project for us and don’t forget we have the five-year right for the Nigeria Premier Football league(NPFL) but the AFCON is the business now and we are going to give it our best shot.”

Commenting further, Lazarus Ibeabuchi, PR Manager, StarTimes Nigeria said, securing the rights to broadcast the AFCON further underlined the desire of StarTimes to satisfy millions of its subscribers on the continent and beyond.

In a ground-breaking move that promises to redefine sports broadcasting, media giant StarTimes has officially secured the rights to air the highly anticipated TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 and all CAF Events held in 2024 in Anglophone & Lusophone Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, including CHAN 2024 and AFCON 2025 Qualifiers.

This strategic acquisition cements StarTimes’ commitment to delivering premium sports content to its viewers and reinforces its position as a leading player in the African media landscape.

All the fifty-two matches will be aired exclusively on Sports Premium, Sports Life and Beta Sports channels.

The Africa Cup of Nations, organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), stands as one of the most prestigious football tournaments on the continent. The upcoming AFCON 2023 is set to take place in Ivory Coast, marking the second occasion the West African nation has been chosen as the host for this prestigious tournament. Originally slated for the summer of 2023, the event has now been rescheduled to kick off on January 13 and conclude on February 11, 2024. Playing host to 23 other nations, Côte d’Ivoire is gearing up for an exciting competition featuring a total of 52 matches, showcasing the best football talent from across the continent.

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StarTimes features stellar track record in delivering high-quality sports coverage to millions of viewers across Africa. The giant has consistently demonstrated a commitment to elevating the viewing experience for football enthusiasts, bringing them closer to the action with cutting-edge technology and comprehensive coverage. The broadcaster continues its partnership with CAF having successfully broadcasted the 2019-2022 AFCON and the 2020 CHAN.

StarTimes’ investment in the rights for AFCON 2023 and CAF Events reflects the company’s dedication to supporting and promoting African sports. By securing these rights, StarTimes aims to bring the thrill and excitement of AFCON to an even broader audience, fostering a sense of unity and pride across the continent.

“We are delighted to announce that StarTimes has secured the broadcasting rights for AFCON 2023,” said Joshua Wang, CEO at StarTimes. “This represents a significant milestone for us as we continue to bring the best in sports entertainment to our viewers. AFCON is a celebration of African talent and passion, and we are proud to play a key role in delivering this experience to homes across the continent.”