"Burkina Faso begin their Afcon campaign with plenty of hope. Over the past 12 years they have finished second, third and fourth, and will be optimistic of going a long way in the tournament. Sunderland's Bertrand Traore is the skipper but there is no shortage of quality in the squad. Dango Outtarra of Brentford is the other Premier League representative, while right-back Issa Kabore, who wears the No 9 shirt, is another experienced player with over 50 caps despite only being 24 years old."
"If you have any memories of watching football on Christmas Eve, do let me know. I can't really remember any Share Festive greetings to you and your loved ones. I can't remember many experiences of live football on Christmas Eve, so we better embrace. It is a final chance to avoid our families for a couple of hours."
AFCON will change to a four-year cycle, affecting tournament scheduling and long-term planning. Burkina Faso open their campaign with optimism after finishing second, third and fourth over the past 12 years, led by captain Bertrand Traore and Premier League players Dango Outtarra and Issa Kabore. Equatorial Guinea field a veteran skipper in Emilio Nsue, still active at 36, and have their best AFCON finish as fourth in 2015. Equatorial Guinea have never qualified for the World Cup. Full starting lineups and substitutes were listed for both teams ahead of the match.
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