Angola sports news
Here are some recent sports news from Angola:
Football
- Angola's national football team, the Palancas Negras, has been struggling to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations, but they secured a 1-0 win over Mozambique in a qualifying match in March 2023.
- The Angolan Football Federation (FAF) has announced plans to invest in youth development programs to improve the country's football talent pipeline.
- Primeiro de Agosto, one of Angola's top football clubs, has signed a partnership with Portuguese club Benfica to develop young players.
Basketball
- Angola's national basketball team, the Tarbells, won the 2022 FIBA AfroBasket tournament, defeating Nigeria 86-83 in the final.
- The Angolan Basketball Federation (FAB) has launched a program to develop women's basketball in the country, with the goal of qualifying for the 2024 Olympics.
Other Sports
- Angola's national athletics team won several medals at the 2022 African Championships in Athletics, including gold medals in the men's 400m hurdles and women's long jump.
- The Angolan Cycling Federation (FCA) has launched a program to develop cycling in the country, with the goal of producing a professional cyclist.
Recent News
- The Angolan government has announced plans to invest in sports infrastructure, including the construction of new stadiums and sports facilities.
- The African Union has recognized Angola's efforts to promote sports development in the region, awarding the country the "Best Sports Development Country" award at the 2022 African Sports Awards.
Upcoming Events
- The 2023 Angola Basketball League is set to tip off in May, featuring top clubs from around the country.
- The 2023 African Football Confederation (CAF) Champions League is set to feature Angola's top clubs, including Primeiro de Agosto and Recreativo do Libolo.
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