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Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

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Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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<\/p>\n","post_title":"Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"did-you-notice-this-about-african-soccer-teams-going-to-the-world-cup","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-16 15:38:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343080","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401540,"post_author":"9460","post_date":"2022-08-12 11:22:44","post_date_gmt":"2022-08-12 18:22:44","post_content":"\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Africa premiership division, also known as ABSA premiership, enjoys good sponsorship deals. The name ABSA premiership is from its sponsor ABSA<\/a>. It is also not lacking in terms of media coverage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The South Africa premiership division<\/a> is one of the top-flight national soccer leagues in Africa and the highest league in South Africa. The league has been in existence since 1996. The South Africa premiership produces<\/span> quality players. It is also highly competitive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa premiership division, also known as ABSA premiership, enjoys good sponsorship deals. The name ABSA premiership is from its sponsor ABSA<\/a>. It is also not lacking in terms of media coverage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Mamelodi
Mamelodi Sundowns F.C<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The South Africa premiership division<\/a> is one of the top-flight national soccer leagues in Africa and the highest league in South Africa. The league has been in existence since 1996. The South Africa premiership produces<\/span> quality players. It is also highly competitive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa premiership division, also known as ABSA premiership, enjoys good sponsorship deals. The name ABSA premiership is from its sponsor ABSA<\/a>. It is also not lacking in terms of media coverage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. South Africa Premiership Division<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mamelodi
Mamelodi Sundowns F.C<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The South Africa premiership division<\/a> is one of the top-flight national soccer leagues in Africa and the highest league in South Africa. The league has been in existence since 1996. The South Africa premiership produces<\/span> quality players. It is also highly competitive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa premiership division, also known as ABSA premiership, enjoys good sponsorship deals. The name ABSA premiership is from its sponsor ABSA<\/a>. It is also not lacking in terms of media coverage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/youtu.be\/2Asgt2os9UQ\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"cairo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Stadiums<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"img\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

\"Qatar
Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Aliou Cisse (Photo Credit: France24)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"African
Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Otto
Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jalel
Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"\"
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan flying her country's flag in celebration of her multiple wins (Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Dubbed the giant of Africa, Nigeria lived up to its name at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country finished 7th on the overall medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although Nigeria finished 7th, they were the top-ranked nation in Africa. In total, Nigeria won 35 medals. Nigerian athletes Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume have also made their country proud by beating world records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2. South Africa\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Michaela
Michaela Whitebooi from South Africa receives a gold medal for her performance in judo (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is not a first-timer when it comes to the Commonwealth games. The country has always put on a solid performance. South Africa raked in 7 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze, earning a total of 27 medals. With this tally, South Africa finished 9th on the medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3. Kenya<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Beatrice
Beatrice Chebet puts Kenya in the spotlight by winning the women\u2019s 5000m athletics event in Birmingham (Image Source: The Star<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kenyan athletes are famous for their endurance in the marathon and long-distance races. They reestablished this fact at the Commonwealth games 2022. The country raked in 21 medals in total. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this came in the athletics and para-athletics categories except for Helen Wawira Kariuki\u2019s bronze win in the Para Powerlifting category. Kenya ended the game with 6 gold, 5 silver, and ten bronze medals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4. Uganda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Jacob
Ugandan gold medalist Jacob Kiplimo (Image Source: Soft Power News<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Uganda had a total of five medals with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals. With this tally, Uganda ended 16th in the Commonwealth games 2022 medal table. The country had a slightly similar performance in 2018 when they won 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze. Even though they are far below Kenya in terms of medals tally, the Ugandan athletes were an amazing team to watch.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5. Cameroon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Junior
Junior Periclex Ngadja Nyabeyeu wins gold in the weightlifting category (Image Source: Birmingham 2022<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cameroon one medal each in the three medal categories. Berthe Etane Ngolle snatched bronze in wrestling, Arlette Mawe Fokoa earned silver in athletics, and Junior Ngadja Nyabeyeu made his team proud by securing gold in weightlifting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team may have ended up with only three wins but it was super excited since it didn\u2019t win any gold medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0Cameroon ended 20th on the overall medal table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#6. Zambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Muzala
Muzala Samukonga beats England's sprinter to win gold at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: Solwezi Today)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Zambia tied with Cameroon for the 20th spot. They also ended the tournament with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medal. The 19-year-old Muzala Samukonga was the country's sensation as he won the country's only gold medal at the Commonwealth games 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#7. Mauritius\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mauritius
Mauritius judo athlete Christiane Megentil displays her bronze medal (Image Source: Le Matinal<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like team Cameroon and Uganda, team Mauritius earned a total of five medals at the just concluded games. This included 3 silver and 2 bronze. Unfortunately, the team did not secure any gold medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ended up 27th on the overall medals list. Their performance in the Commonwealth games 2022 shows their determination to do better. They only managed one silver medal in the last Commonwealth game held in 2018.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#8. Ghana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Joseph
Joseph Paul Amoah gives his country a bronze medal after a spectacular athletics performance (Image Source: MX 24 Online<\/a>)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Ghana earned 2 silver, and 3 bronze to beat their record of 1 bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth games. Both silver medals were won by Abraham Mensah and Joseph Commey in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Best African UFC Fighters In The Last Decade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abdul Omah also won a bronze medal in the boxing category while Deborah Acquah and Joseph Amoah secured their bronze win in the athletics category. Ghana finished 28th in global ranking but is 8th in Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#9. Mozambique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Rady
Rady Gramane in a bout (Image Source: Inside The Game)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Mozambique made their presence felt at the Commonwealth games 2022 by bagging 2 silver and 1 bronze medal. The team staged a brilliant performance to nullify 2018's zero medal outing, thanks to the performance of Tiago Munxanga, Rady Gramane, and Alcinda Panguane all in the boxing category. The team ranked 30th on the overall medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10. Tanzania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Alphonce
Alphonce Simbu from Tanzania clenches a silver medal at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: UG Sports)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ended the Commonwealth games 2022 with 1 silver and 2 bronze. Alphonce Simbu won the silver medal in the athletics category while Yusuf Changalawe and Kassim Mbundwike both took home bronze in the boxing category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tanzania ranked 32nd on the general medal table but comes it at number 10 on the African medal table. Their performance in the year\u2019s event is worth celebrating as they were unable to secure any medals in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#11. Botswana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Lethabo
Lethabo Modukanele in the ring against Demie Jade Resztan (Image Source: The Botswana Gazette)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botswana comes in at number 33 on the Commonwealth games 2022 overall medal table. However, the Southern-African country ranks 11th on the African medal table. The team won 1 silver and 1 bronze medal in the athletics and boxing categories respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bronze medal came from Lethabo Modukanele while the silver medal was awarded to the Men\u2019s 4x400 relay team comprising Lungo Scotch, Zibane Ngozi, Bayapo Ndori, and Anthony Pesela.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#12. The Gambia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Faye
Faye Njie was able to secure a medal for his team's only medal in the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Chronicle Zambia) <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Team Gambia ended the campaign at the 35th position in the Commonwealth games 2022. The country was able to secure its only silver medal through Faye Njie who performed well in Judo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Foreign Born Soccer Players That Chose Africa<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the Gambia did not perform as much as other African countries, its silver medal is positive progress compared to the zero medal in the 2018 Commonwealth games.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#13. Namibia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Christine
Christine Mboma was part of the Namibian athletics team at the commonwealth games 2022 (Image Source: The Guardian)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namibia is the last African country on the overall medal table. It ranked 39th overall. Team Namibia earned more medals each than Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, Botswana, and the Gambia. Unfortunately, all of its 4 medals were bronze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helalia Johannes, Ananias Shikongo, and Christine Mboma all won in the athletics category. Alex Miller won bronze in the cycling category. The team\u2019s performance in the 2018 Commonwealth games was slightly better as they were able to secure 2 silver medals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commonwealth games 2022 has seen Team Australia outperform others by winning 67 gold, 57 silver, and 64 bronze medals. Nevertheless, African countries equally performed brilliantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team Nigeria tops the African medal table with 12 gold, 9 silver, and 14 bronze. There are also 11 other African winners. Together, all the African teams brought back 32 gold, 36 silver, and 52 bronze medals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It also stands out in terms of performance producing quality players and highly competitive teams both at the local and continental levels. MTN Ligue 1 enjoys sponsorship deals with notable institutions such as FIFA, CAF, Puma, Abidjan, Parlym, Canal+<\/a>, and many others.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. South Africa Premiership Division<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mamelodi
Mamelodi Sundowns F.C<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The South Africa premiership division<\/a> is one of the top-flight national soccer leagues in Africa and the highest league in South Africa. The league has been in existence since 1996. The South Africa premiership produces<\/span> quality players. It is also highly competitive. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Africa premiership division, also known as ABSA premiership, enjoys good sponsorship deals. The name ABSA premiership is from its sponsor ABSA<\/a>. It is also not lacking in terms of media coverage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It currently has a mega deal TV rights with its country's Supersport satellite.<\/a> South Africa premiership division is currently the third richest national soccer league<\/a> in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3130.91 million (approx. $161. 66 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Nigeria Professional League<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Enyimba F.C<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Nigeria professional league is a top-flight domestic soccer league in Nigeria. The league has been in existence since 1972. It is one of the best and most successful national soccer leagues in Africa owning to its superb records, quality players, and sponsorship deals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> List Of Top 5 Female Football Leagues In Africa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, the Nigeria Professional League has bred world-class soccer players and teams that have won many continental trophies and awards. In terms of TV rights, Supersport owns the broadcasting right of all Nigeria Professional Football League games. However, when it comes to sponsorship, NPFL is currently sponsored by Eunisell and Liga de Futbol<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Botola Pro<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"National
Wydad-Casablanca<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Botola pro is the first-tier league in Morocco and also one of the most successful in Africa. The league has been in existence since 1956, soon after Morocco became an independent country. Botola Pro has produced eleven clubs and won six titles at the African national soccer level. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its competitive nature, the league is currently the most viewed in Africa with an average of 92% stadium occupancy and the potential for two billion TV viewers. Botola Pro is currently the second richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3134.28 million (approx. $165.8 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"USM
USM Alger<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 also known as Ligue 1 has been in existence since 1962, shortly after Algeria became independent. The league is one of the most successful and fastest-growing leagues in Africa. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It has excelled in player quality, match transparency, and competitive teams both at the continental and national levels. Algerian Ligue Professionelle 1 has produced eleven clubs with a total number of five titles won at the national club competitions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 15 Young African Soccer Players That Thrilled Us In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of sponsorship, Ligue 1 enjoys major sponsorship deals with Nedjma and ATM Mobilis<\/a> since 2009. The league also enjoys broadcast deals from the likes of Algerian TV, Canal Alg\u00e9rie, Algeria 3&4, and Al-Kass Sports Channel in Qatar.<\/a>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 is currently the fourth richest<\/a> national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a382.31 million (approx. $101.64 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Linafoot<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"DR
TP Mazembe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Linafoot<\/a> is a top-flight league in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also one of the most successful African national soccer leagues. The league has been in existence since 1958. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the African national soccer level, Linafoot has produced five clubs with six titles won. TP Mazemba<\/a>, a club in the Linafoot league currently ranks third on the African soccer club ranking. The league also hosts domestic cups such as the Republic of Congo and Super Coupe du Congo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Egyptian Premier League<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Egypt\"
EL Ahly<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Number two on this list is the Egyptian Premier League<\/a> which has been in existence since 1948. The league was one of the leagues with the most attendance in Africa until a riot escalated in 2012<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the riot, all matches were played behind closed doors until late 2017.\u00a0Playing behind closed doors did not affect the performance of the league. It's still responsible for the current most valuable player in Africa, Ramadan Sohbi<\/a>, as well as the highest-ranking soccer club in Africa, El Alhy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> This Tanzanian Woman\u2019s Soccer Video Has Gone Viral, Even President Trump Thinks It\u2019s Amazing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egyptian premier league currently ranks second and third in Africa all-time successful national soccer league list<\/a> and CAF 5-year ranking list<\/a> respectively. In terms of sponsorship, the Egyptian premier league has been experiencing quite a good number of sponsorship since 2005. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Egyptian Premier League is the richest soccer league in Africa with a net valuation of \u00a3143.87 million (approx. $177.65 million).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. <\/span>Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tunisia\"
Esperance de Tunis<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tunisia Ligue Professionelle 1 is the highest soccer league in Tunisia. It was created in 1921 by the Tunisia Football Federation (FTF). The league is currently the most successful national soccer league in Africa, according to CAF's all-time nations rankings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It produced five clubs with a total of six titles won at the continental level. Tunisia Ligue Professionelle is also the fifth richest national soccer league in Africa with a net valuation worth of \u00a381.32 million (approx. $100.42) according to Sokka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esperance de Tunis<\/a>, a club in the Tunisia Ligue Professionelle, was the champion of the CAF champions league in 2021 and second in the 2020 African national soccer club ranking<\/a>. El Wataniya 1, El Wataniya 2, and Al-Kass sport<\/a> are the primary broadcasters of the Tunisia Ligue Professionnelle 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most African national soccer leagues are yet to gain a global audience. However, it is a gradual process and we believe some of the leagues in Africa will reach that summit. We would suggest that coaches of the respective African nations give players in the local leagues a chance to wear the national jersey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a gesture will go a long way to motivate the players to put in their best. Sadly, most coaches favor players from international clubs over those playing locally when it is time to pick players for national assignments. Tell us, which African league deserves a spot on this list? Use the comment box below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-most-successful-african-national-football-leagues","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:45","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=246106","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401620,"post_author":"2777","post_date":"2022-10-12 01:26:00","post_date_gmt":"2022-10-12 08:26:00","post_content":"\n

\"Enock
Enock Mwepu at Hove Beach (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Zambian national team and Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. suffered a huge blow when announced his early retirement from soccer. The midfielder had to take the harsh decision due to a hereditary heart condition that put him at risk of a fatal cardiac arrest if he continued to play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu fell ill during a Mali trip with the Zambian national team. Upon returning to his club duties in England, Brighton\u2019s medical team ran tests on him. The result wasn\u2019t something he expected as he was advised to quit soccer or risk imminent and fatal cardiac arrest. Brighton released a statement later regarding Mwepu\u2019s medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAccording to the tests, his illness is from a hereditary cardiac condition that manifests in adulthood. This explains why it wasn\u2019t discovered by regular cardiac screening. Playing sports can make the situation worse. Therefore, we advise Enock to quit soccer as the only option to guarantee his safety.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ<\/strong>: Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What this means for Enock Mwepu<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Enock
Enock Mwepu wins American Express goal of the season (Photo credit: @EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu will not be the first soccer player to retire early from the game due to a heart condition. In less than six months after Sergio Aguero moved from Manchester City to Barcelona, he was forced to retire at the age of 33 due to chest discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, at just 24 years, the decision makes Enock Mwepu one of the youngest African soccer players to retire from soccer. In 2011, Kevin-Prince Boateng became the youngest African soccer player to retire from international soccer<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ghanaian player said playing for club and country was challenging and was taking a toll on his health. The conditions are slightly different in this case. While Boateng retired from international duties with satisfaction, Mwepu was forced to leave active soccer with sadness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, Mwepu was glad that he lived his dream by playing in the Premier League. However, as he noted in a post he shared on his Twitter handle, he will stay involved in the game\u2014although we are yet to know how. Perhaps, Brighton may decide to hand him a backroom job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579397214124011520\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Following the development, he wrote to the Football Association of Zambia to inform them of his retirement from national duties. In the letter which he made public on his Twitter handle, he expressed \u201cdeepest gratitude to all the fans who watched and supported [him]\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the letter, he also clearly mentioned that he would continue to collaborate with the association and \u201cteam in other ways\u201d. He hopes that his contribution to the national team was significant and made a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/EnockMwepu45\/status\/1579432040185090048\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A peek at Mwepu\u2019s professional soccer career<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Mwepu
Mwepu makes a return to the pitch after an injury (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Enock Mwepu started his career with Kafue Celtic in his home country<\/a>. He eventually moved to Power Dynamos FC in Copperbelt. Unfortunately, he was getting little game time. He moved a few more times before landing a deal with Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His efforts at Salzburg did not go unnoticed. Brighton & Hove Albion discovered him and offered him a contract believed to be worth around \u00a318m (approx. $19.8m). He joined the Premier League club on 6 July 2021. He made his Premier League debut on 12 August 2021 in the 2\u20141 win over Burnley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> African Vibes\u2019 10 All-Time Greatest African Soccer Players<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

His 25-yard strike on 30 October 2021 inspired an away comeback against Liverpool FC. The game ended 2\u20142. Since joining Brighton & Hove Albion, he scored 3 goals in 27 appearances. His last appearance was in September 2022 in the 5\u20142 trumping of Leicester City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What lies ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Mwepu prepares to take a shot against Newcastle United (Photo credit: EnockMwepu\/Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Brighton\u2019s medical team revealed that they carried out \u201cadvanced cardiac investigations in partnership with clinical experts to find the most suitable second opinion for Mwepu\u201d. Adam Brett, the head of medicine and performance at Brighton also revealed that they will help the player to manage the condition with the right treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Mwepu has made it clear that he will not disappear from the game. Perhaps, it may be the best time for the young player to start honing his managerial skills. Some ex-soccer players have found managerial success at national and club levels. This includes Arsenal FC\u2019s Mikel Arteta and Aliou Cisse of Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what his future plans will be, for now, Mwepu will have to follow Brighton\u2019s exploits from afar. This will likely hurt considering the fact that the 2022-23 season is one of Brighton\u2019s best starts in recent years. Without a doubt, he would have loved to be a part of that journey.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"The Heartbreaking Reason Why Enock Mwepu Retired At Age 24","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"the-heartbreaking-reason-why-enock-mwepu-retired-at-age-24","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_modified_gmt":"2024-10-16 17:03:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/africanvibes.com\/?p=343399","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401592,"post_author":"7804","post_date":"2022-09-29 06:53:50","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-29 13:53:50","post_content":"\n

The larger the stadium, the more money the government or owners are likely to rake in. It is that simple. There are many large stadiums in terms of landmass and capacity in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we\u2019ll be looking at the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. Many of these stadiums are useful for both sporting events like the Olympics and non-sporting events like political campaigns, musical concerts, and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although we\u2019re going to state the location, field size, and year opened, our major ranking factor is capacity. Perhaps you are already wondering how large these stadiums are as well as where they are located. Take a sip of hot coffee and enjoy the ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the most beautiful stadium in Africa?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moses Mabhida Stadium is arguably the most beautiful stadium in Africa. Perhaps, it is the only stadium in Africa designed exclusively for fun seekers. The stadium offer fun activities like SkyCar ride all the way to the top of the arch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Did You Notice This About African Soccer Teams Going To The World Cup?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is also the Adventure Walk where you will take 500 steps to get to the sky platform. The world's first Big Swing stadium is also found here alongside restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, it is not one of the biggest stadiums in Africa. Therefore, it failed to make this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. FNB Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Africa and number one on our list with 94,736 capacity is FNB Stadium. The full meaning of the FNB stadium is FIRST NATIONAL BANK STADIUM<\/a>. It is a dual-purpose stadium for soccer and Rugby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium is also referred to as 'Soccer City' and 'The Calabash'. It is located in Nasrec in Johannesburg the capital city of South Africa. Since its opening in 1989, the stadium has undergone renovation just twice. It has a field size of 105m by 68m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Borg El Arab Stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Borgi El Arab Stadium<\/a> with a 90,000 seat capacity is the second-largest stadium in Africa. It is also known as El-Geish stadium and Alexandria. Borg El Arab Stadium is one of the few mono-purpose large stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, it is the 2nd and 27th largest soccer stadiums in Africa and the world respectively. This spectacular stadium has a field size of 105m by 70m. The entire field stands on 145 feddans of land. El-Geish stadium is located in Cairo-Alexandria, Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Stade des Martyra de la pentecote (Congo DR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Congo, Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote, is the 3rd largest stadium in Africa. This stadium was officially opened in 1994 in Lingwala, Kinshasa capital of the Congo Republic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stade des Martyra de la Pentecote stadium can contain about 80,000 people at a time. It is a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Top 10 Most Successful African National Soccer Leagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Cairo international stadium (Egypt)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The 4th largest stadium in Africa by capacity is also the second-largest Egyptian stadium. It is the Cairo international stadium. As its name implies, it is located in Cairo the capital of Egypt. It can contain 74,100 people and serves as a multi-purpose stadium for many sporting activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stadium was formerly referred to as Nasser stadium when it was first officially opened in 1960. Of all the large stadiums in the country, Cairo International Stadium is the official stadium for Egypt's national team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. July 5 Stadium (Algeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade du 5 Juillet,1962 (English: July 5, 1962, Stadium). July 5 Stadium, as you probably thought, wasn\u2019t named after the opening date. Suprisingly, July 5 Stadium was officially open on July 17, 1972. It is one of the largest stadiums in Africa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

July 5 Stadium can contain 64,000 people. You will find it in Algiers, Algeria. July 5 Stadium once recorded a massive crowd of 110,000 people when they played against Serbia in 2010. It houses a field of area 105m by 68m. This beautiful stadium has been renovated several times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Ellis Park Stadium (South Africa)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa has many large stadiums, but Ellis Park is the second largest. With a capacity of 62,567, Ellis Park Stadium is the 6th largest stadium in Africa. Due to sponsorship reasons, Ellis Park is referred to as Emirates Airline Park. It is one of the multi-purpose stadiums in South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> 10 Richest Soccer Players From Nigeria In 2021<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Abuja Stadium (Nigeria)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The largest stadium in Nigeria is the Moshood Abiola national stadium. It is also the 7th largest stadium in Africa. It was renamed on June 12 2019 by President Muhammadu Buhari <\/a>in honor of Nigeria\u2019s political legends Alhaji Moshood Abiola. Nevertheless, it remains popular as Abuja Stadium. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the capital of Nigeria, Abuja. This 60,491 capacity stadium was opened in 2003. Although Abuja Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium, it\u2019s mainly used for soccer. Sadly, the lack of proper maintenance has left parts of the stadium in bad shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Stade Olympique de Rades (Tunisia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Olympique de Rades is the only Tunisian stadium to make this list implying it\u2019s the largest in the country. The Tunisian government owns the stadium. Since its opening in 2001, it has been renovated various times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the latest in the series of renovations was in 2019. The Stadium has a 60,000 capacity and houses a 400m athletic track. Stade Olympique de Rades is currently one of the stadiums in Africa that enjoy robust usage due to its beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Stade Municipal de Kintele (Republic of Congo)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Stade Municipal de Kintele in Brazzaville, the Republic of Congo has an audience capacity of 60,000 people. The stadium established in 2015 is the official stadium for the Congo national team. Built in 2015, Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium is one of the newest African stadiums on this list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It enjoys massive usage for various sporting and non-sporting events. Stade Municipal de Kintele stadium has various add-on features such as a 2000-seat aquatic center and a 10,000 indoor arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Bahir Dar Stadium (Ethiopia)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Ethiopia\u2019s largest stadium Bahir Dar Stadium rounds off our top 10 Largest Africa stadium list. Bahir Dar stadium in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia has a 60,000 capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to its large capacity and beauty, it has become a multi-purpose stadium for both sporting and non-sporting activities. Bahir Dar stadium like every other stadium on this list has other add-on features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is how far we can go on this listicle of the top 10 largest stadiums in Africa. However, we hope it was enough to open your mind to the beauty of sports in Africa. Imagine 60,000 people chanting support for their favorite team or country. Perhaps, it is one of the most glorious images you'll ever see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the stadiums, there is no religion or tribe. All the numerous divisions in some African countries cease to exist once the citizens get into the stadiums. They are still hundreds of large and beautiful stadiums across the continent. Sadly, some of them were unable to get on our list due to their sizes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This list will definitely look different if we flip our criteria. Nevertheless, if you think there is a stadium that should be on the list, feel free to let us know. Use the comment box below to share your views.<\/p>\n\n\n","post_title":"Top 10 Largest Stadiums In Africa","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"top-largest-stadiums-in-africa","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_modified_gmt":"2024-08-12 15:42:55","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.africanvibes.com\/?p=257617","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"1","filter":"raw"},{"ID":401600,"post_author":"10053","post_date":"2022-09-27 12:12:31","post_date_gmt":"2022-09-27 19:12:31","post_content":"\n

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Qatar 2022 World Cup fixtures (Photo credit: Marca)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qatar 2022 World Cup is almost upon us, with the first match expected to kick off on Sunday, 20 November 2022. Five African soccer teams will represent the African continent. They are Cameroon, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, and Tunisia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the first time ever, these teams are headed by African coaches. In the past, most African teams going to the World Cup are usually headed by foreign coaches. It is surprising that all the African soccer teams heading for Qatar 2022 have homegrown managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: The First Female To Ref An AFCON Game Is From This African Country<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does this mean that African countries have suddenly found the belief in their local coaches or that local coaches have proven themselves? The stakes are high, and there will be a huge expectation for these local coaches to make a mark in this prestigious tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do African soccer teams give preference to foreign coaches?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After Senegal's surprising 2-1 win over Poland in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, pictures of Senegal manager Aliou Ciss\u00e9 quickly circulated throughout social media. However, it didn't take too long before many people noticed something about the Senegalese coach, he was the only black manager in the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This raised the question of why African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches. For many years, African coaches have been forced to settle for interim positions, often replaced before a major tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perhaps, African soccer teams prefer foreign coaches because most soccer players in African teams are foreign-based. The belief is that a foreign coach can easily understand their mentality more than local coaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: AFCON 2021 Knockout Preview: Who Will Win The Trophy?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, there is the issue where players don't fully respect local coaches as much as foreign ones. Again, foreign coaches tend to understand the strategy of other foreign teams and can develop a counter plan since they engage more with foreign teams and coaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, African football federations tend to look for quick, short-term success rather than building long-term goals, and they often find this in European and South American managers. For immediate success, African football federations hire foreign managers to achieve momentary success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly (and for the first time in the history of soccer), African soccer teams set their hopes on local coaches for long-term success in the World Cup. But who are these local African coaches and which countries will they manage? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Profiles of the African coaches leading African soccer teams to Qatar 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some African soccer teams have performed well in the FIFA World Cup in the past. For instance, Ghana was close to defeating Uruguay in the quarter-final of the 2010 World Cup. The Black Stars were led by Serbian Milovan Rajevac. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ: French-Senegalese Defender Jean-Pierre Adams Who Spent 39 Years In Coma Dies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

He is one of the numerous Yugoslav managers to find recognition through managing African teams. He took over the Black Stars head coach position in August 2008 and guided the team to the final of the 2010 AFCON before heading to the World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 2022 World Cup, the Teranga Lions of Senegal reached the tournament's quarter-finals. The late Frenchman Bruno Metsu led them. Nigeria also reached the round of 16 in the 1994 World Cup. The Super Eagles were led by the Dutch tactician Clemens Westerhof. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Qatar 2022, African soccer teams have their ambitions set on the World Cup trophy and hope that African coaches will lead them to glory. Below are the African coaches that will be aiming to get their hands on the coveted trophy for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walid Regragui (Morocco)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Walid Regragui (Photo Credit: aujourdhui.ma)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Moroccan national team appointed Walid Regraguia as their head coach, and he joins a stellar cast of four other African coaches to lead their countries. The 47-year-old was a former Moroccan international who amassed 45 caps for the national team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, he enjoyed massive success when he led Wydad Athletic Club to the CAF Champions League title and the local championship. Walid takes over from Vahid Halilhod\u017ei\u0107, who helped the Moroccan national team secure qualifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morocco will battle against Croatia, Belgium, and Canada for the World Cup in Group F. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 (Senegal)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Teranga Lions have had a local coach since 2015 when Aliou Ciss\u00e9 was appointed as the head coach. However, that decision paid off eight years later when the former national team captain led the team to their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations title and was also named the coach of the year at the CAF Awards in July 2022.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aliou Ciss\u00e9 is best known for being the first Senegal captain to reach the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2002. He is also the first Senegal manager to win the tournament in 2022 after reaching the final in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is worth noting that Aliou Ciss\u00e9 will lead the Senegalese national team to a World Cup for the second consecutive time, having led them to qualification for the 2018 tournament in Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Senegalese team earned a spot in the elite tournament after turning around a first-leg loss to Egypt's Pharaohs. They won 3-1 on post-match penalties following a 1-1 aggregate draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rigobert Song (Cameroon)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Rigobert Song (Photo Credit: CGTN)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Cameroon national team appointed Rigobert Song as their head coach on February 28, 2022. With this, Song becomes the second Cameroonian coach to help the Indomitable Lions qualify for the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first Cameroonian to do this was the late L\u00e9onard Nseke, leading the team to qualify for the 1994 World Cup in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Song's team clinched the World Cup ticket after overturning a 1-0 first leg defeat at the hands of Algeria to win 2-1 in the corresponding fixture in Algiers and qualify on the away goals rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After enjoying massive success as a former captain of the national team with 137 caps (the most capped player in Cameroon soccer), Song should be able to do well with his team to prove doubters wrong in the forthcoming World Cup tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo (Ghana)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Otto Addo (Photo Credit: Goal.com)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo showed great coaching dexterity by aiding Ghana to qualify for the World Cup after defeating the highly fancied Nigerian team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otto Addo is a former Ghanaian international with 9 caps. The Ghanaian was named the head coach shortly after they were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations in the group stages, taking over from Milovan Rajevac. A 1-1 draw in Abuja after a 0-0 draw at home in Kumasi earned Ghana a ticket to the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tactician was also the former assistant coach at German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund. He aims to take the Black Stars of Ghana to the pinnacle in the Qatar 2022 World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri (Tunisia) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jalel Kadri (Photo Credit: Tunisia News)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jalel Kadri was the head coach of the Tunisian Olympic Football team between 2007 and 2008. After an incredible coaching career in his home-country Tunisia, where he helped several teams reach the league promotion and impressed during four outstanding seasons as a head coach in the Professional League 1, Jalel moved to Saudi Arabia, where he worked as a Head coach at Damac FC and Al Ansar FC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri was appointed head coach of the Tunisian national team just after Burkina Faso eliminated them from the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon. He embarked on rebuilding the Tunisian national team after the AFCON disappointment to help them clinch the World Cup qualification ticket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kadri becomes the third local coach to help Tunisia qualify for the World Cup after Abdelmajid Chetali (1978) and Nabil Ma\u00e2loul (1998).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly, the presence of these five local coaches at the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup represents a giant stride toward the development of African soccer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even though African countries gave preference to foreign coaches in the past, this time around, they will be setting their hopes on their local coaches to give them victory at the World Cup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Probably, it will also be an opportunity for the whole world to discover the ability of African tacticians. Do you think the local coaches will perform well at Qatar 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comment box below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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The Commonwealth games 2022 has come to an end. Held in Birmingham, England, the game successfully displayed humanity, quality, and destiny. Out of the 72 Commonwealth nations that took part in the over 283 events in 20 sports, here is a rundown of how African countries performed on the medal table. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1. Nigeria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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