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28.01.2002
Schäfer To Try New Attack Line Against Togo
A few days to the end of phase one of Cup of Nations 2002, two teams have already distinguished themselves. Like the biblical separation of the seeds from the chaffs, the Lion is taking a distance.
The Indomitable Lions and the Teranga Lions picked six points afetr two hurdles to emerge at the frontline of groups "C" and "D". The last playing day of phase one slated from Monday to Thursday will be a mere fomality for the two squads. Cameroun is expected to take on Togo while Senegal tackles Tunisia. Odd makers in mali are Already tipping one of two trail blazers as the probable champion of Cup of Nations 2002.
A lot is expected to change in the Lions line-up against Togo tomorow. Key players will not feature, according to our usually dependable sources. A sort of team "B" of the squad will line up against the Hawks. Olembe who was a victim of vicious onslaughts by the Cote-d`Ivoire defence is said to be responding to treatment and may ready for the quarter final encounter. Ndiefi, Suffo, Djemba and that crew will likely replace Mboma, Eto and Etame in tomorow`s hurdle. The results of that encounter will have no impact on the current placing of the Lions. The pre-occupation now is the outcome of the group "D" hurdles. With three points, Egypt appears to be likely second placed team of that group. This position has to be consolidated on Thursday when they on Zambia. Both Zambia and Tunisia so far have one point each but could turn the tables. One paper however, Egypt has all the chance to move forward and confront the Lions at the quarter-finals.
In group "B", another Lion, the Atlas version of Morocco is currently consoliating its position. With four points, the Moroccans are poised to pick the quarter final ticket on Wednesday againts South Africa. The Supper Eagles of Nigeria are also a step ahead in group "A". Within the week, loated surprises may pull the rug off the feet of the movers and shakers of continental football. World Cup 2002 qualifiers are however expected to ride roughshod over challengers, at least, in the first round of this competition. The emergence of Cameroon, Senegal, and Nigeria after two playing days is in harmony with the prediction of odd makers. The faulty steps of South Africa and Tunisia are indications that a lot still has be done within these formations. In group "C", the outcome of the Cameroon versus Togo hurdle will determine the second quarter-final qualifier. Cote d`Ivoire supporters do not appear to be comfortable with the situation in the group. With two points, the Hawks have an edge, at least on paper.
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