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By: PKK
23/02/2011 05:46 GMT

Orange CHAN 2011: Metref offers the final to Tunisia

The North African derby as part of the first semifinal of the 2nd edition of the Orange CHAN turned in favor of Tunisia, victorious over Algeria, 5 shots on goal to 4.


"We already see the final of CHAN-2011 pass before our eyes, it is clear we will not hide it. We must prepare for the semifinal and especially keep our concentration and mind on reality. This week will be decisive for the team. I hope all the sacrifices and efforts made by the group for over a month will be rewarded at the end. " This pre - game statement is by the Algerian Hocine Metref. Surprisingly, the midfielder of Entente of Setif that offers the final to Tunisia. Being the last shooter on Algerian side, Metref awkwardly tries a stockade that turns into royal gift to the Tunisian goalkeeper who entered  a few seconds before the end of the match. While in this game, each had its period of domination. The Carthage Eagles possessed the first period with a goal of Gasgaoui in the 18th minute. After the break, the Fennecs give the reply through a goal following a distant and masterful shot from Djabou in the 61st minute. Thereafter, it will be mano mano in overtime to the penalty shootout. In this exercise, the Tunisians are more skillful and pass the 5 shots approved against 4 for the Algerians. The Eagles soar to the final and are 90 minutes away from happiness.


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