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Late Traore Penalty Seals Dramatic Win for Burkina Faso Over Mauritania

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Bertrand Traore's last-gasp penalty secures a thrilling victory for Burkina Faso in a nail-biting AFCON clash against Mauritania!

In a heart-stopping Africa Cup of Nations Group D match, Burkina Faso emerged victorious over Mauritania with a dramatic 1-0 win sealed by Bertrand Traore's late penalty. The game seemed destined for a goalless draw until Traore's heroics in the 96th minute, breaking Mauritania's defense and leaving fans on the edge of their seats. The Burkinabe national football team displayed resilience and determination, clinching a crucial victory in their AFCON opener.

As tensions rose on the field, the late penalty from Traore shifted the momentum, securing Burkina Faso's spot at the top of Group D. The thrilling finish highlighted the team's fighting spirit and set the stage for an exciting tournament ahead. With fans buzzing about the stunning win, Burkina Faso is now a team to watch in the ongoing AFCON competition.

Late penalty seals Burkina Faso win over Mauritania (Reuters)

Bertrand Traore scored a stoppage time penalty as Burkina Faso claimed a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations Group D clash at the ...

Burkina Faso beat Mauritania at AFCON with last-gasp penalty (FRANCE 24)

The match in Bouake was all set to finish in a goalless stalemate until Issa Kabore went down in the box under a challenge from Mauritania defender Nouh El ...

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AFCON 2023: Burkina Faso stuns Mauritania in dying minutes to ... (Africanews English)

Mauritania held the fort until the 90th but a penalty it gave away turned their proudest moment into a stoppage time nightmare. Bertrand Traore stepped up, ...

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Burkina Faso vs Mauritania Preview: Kick-off time, TV channel ... (Goal.com)

GOAL gives you the details to follow Burkina Faso's Africa Cup of Nations clash with Mauritania on Tuesday.

Afcon 2023: Burkina Faso 1-0 Mauritania - Bertrand Traore scores ... (Yahoo News Australia)

Bertrand Traore scores a 96th-minute penalty to see Burkina Faso narrowly beat Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Group D.

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AFCON: When, How to Watch Burkina Faso Vs Mauritania (Morocco World News)

The Burkinabe national football team will face Mauritania today as part of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) taking place in Cote d'Ivoire.

Bertrand Traore scores to hand Burkina Faso late win (CAFOnline.com)

Burkina Faso scored late to get all three points against Mauritania in the opening game of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023.

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Late Traore penalty helps Burkina Faso beat Mauritania (BBC Sport)

Bertrand Traore scores a 96th-minute penalty to see Burkina Faso narrowly beat Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations opener in Group D.

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Traoré scores late penalty for Burkina Faso to edge Mauritania 1-0 ... (The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Bertrand Traoré has scored a late stoppage-time penalty for Burkina Faso to edge Mauritania 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations opening game.

Afcon review: Traoré's last-gasp penalty edges Burkina Faso past ... (The Guardian)

Bertrand Traoré scored a stoppage-time penalty as Burkina Faso claimed a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations Group D clash.

AFCON 2023: Burkina Faso Snatch Top Spot from Algeria in Group D (beIN SPORTS USA)

Burkina Faso clinches a win against Mauritania in a tight match, full of excitement where goalkeepers stole the spotlight to save their teams.

Bertrand Traore's added-time penalty gives Burkina Faso victory ... (sportsmax.tv)

Bertrand Traore scored a late penalty as Burkina Faso snatched a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in thei...

Blate Toure delighted with Burkina Faso's late win (Ahram Online)

Burkina Faso midfielder, Blate Toure, expressed his delight on Tuesday after his team secured a late 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their opening match of ...

Burkina Faso edges Mauritania 1-0 in Africa Cup. Namibia claims ... (The Associated Press)

Bertrand Traoré has scored a late stoppage-time penalty for Burkina Faso to edge Mauritania 1-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations opening game.

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Blate Toure delighted with Burkina Faso's late win - News - AFCON ... (Ahram Online)

Burkina Faso midfielder, Blate Toure, expressed his delight on Tuesday after his team secured a late 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their opening match of ...

Burkina Faso boosts its military arsenal with Chinese armoured ... (Military Africa)

Burkina Faso has received a shipment of new military equipment from China, including armoured vehicles, self-propelled mortars, and various weapons and ...

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AFCON Day 4 Review: Namibia, Burkina Faso record late wins as ... (Premium Times)

Two games at the AFCON tournament on Tuesday seemed like they would end in scoreless draws before the deadlocks were broken.

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Traore penalty gives Burkina Faso historic win (SowetanLIVE)

Talismanic Bertrand Traoré came off the bench to net a late penalty, ensuring Burkina Faso finally snap the curse of failing to win their Africa Cup of ...

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Burkina Faso 1-0 Mauritania - Highlights (beIN SPORTS MENA Breaking News)

Bertrand Traore scored a stoppage time penalty as Burkina Faso claimed a 1-0 victory over Mauritania in their Africa Cup of Nations Group D clash at the ...

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What Are Drones Doing Cheaper And Faster In Burkina Faso? (Forbes)

In Burkina Faso, in Africa's Sahel region, a group of drone operators is making the surveying of land for irrigation and agriculture more accurate, ...

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