Ghana beats Libya in shoot out to win 1982 AFCON
TRIPOLI, Mar. 19, 1982 (AMP) — Libya 1982 : Ghana claimed a fourth Africa Cup of Nations crown after defeating Libya 7-6 on penalties (after a 1-1 draw) in the final on Friday.
Fixtures and Results : Second Round
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Overview
Ghana at the AFCON
- 3 titles (1963, 1965, 1978)
- 7 appearances (first in 1963)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1962)
- Statistics: Champions (1963, 1965, 1978) Runners-up (1968, 1970)
Libya at the AFCON
- First appearance
- 6 participations in the qualifications (first in 1968)
Ghana
1:1
Libya
7:6 (penalties), 1:1 (a.e.t.), 1:1 (1:0)
- 19 March 1982
- Tripoli
AFCON History
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