The Roar of the Lion: All You Need to Know About CAN 2023 (and How to Catch Every Kick!)

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The Roar of the Lion: All You Need to Know About CAN 2023 (and How to Catch Every Kick!)
The drums are beating, the vuvuzelas are buzzing, and the continent of Africa is ready to erupt in celebration! The much-anticipated Africa Cup of Nations 2023 (CAN 2023) is upon us, promising a month of electrifying football, passionate fans, and cultural immersion. What is CAN 2023? CAN is the premier football tournament for African nations, held every two years. This year's edition, originally scheduled for 2023 but postponed due to weather concerns, is finally kicking off in Ivory Coast on January 13th, 2024, with the final match scheduled for February 11th, 2024. 24 of Africa's finest footballing nations will battle it out across six stunning stadiums for the coveted trophy. Who are the favorites? The reigning champions, Senegal, led by the talismanic Sadio Mané, are hungry to defend their title. However, they face stiff competition from the likes of Egypt, boasting the ever-dangerous Mohamed Salah, and Cameroon, the tournament's most successful team with five titles. Oth…