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Holders Algeria held to shock draw in opener

Holders Algeria were held to a surprise goalless draw by Sierra Leone as they made a surprise start to the defence of their Africa Cup of Nations.
May 17, 2023, 12:00 am - Reuters

Match Timeline

Algeria
Sierra Leone
  • KO
  • 35
  • HT
  • 45
  • 64
  • 76
  • 77
  • 83
  • 84
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Algeria 0, Sierra Leone 0.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Algeria 0, Sierra Leone 0.
90'+4'
Attempt saved. Baghdad Bounedjah (Algeria) header from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Youcef Belaïli with a cross.
Match Stats
ALGSLE
Possession
66.5%
33.566.5
33.5%
Shots on Goal
8
1
Shot Attempts
19
10
Yellow Cards
1
1
Corner Kicks
10
2
Saves
1
7