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France 24

AFCON daily: Nigeria soar past Egypt while Sierra Leone frustrate holders Algeria

Nigeria beat Egypt 1-0 in their Group D opener © FRANCE 24

A half-volley by Kelechi Iheanacho sealed a 1-0 win for Nigeria against a lackluster Egypt. Reigning champions Algeria’s campaign to retain their title got off to an underwhelming start as they were held to a goalless draw by a spirited Sierra Leone. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes is joined by sport editor Simon Harding and James Vasina.

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