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The Ayew brothers will be playing at their sixth AFCON tournament, but which other brothers have graced Africa's biggest international competition together?
These four sets of brothers not only etched their names in AFCON history but also exemplified the power of family bonds in the realm of football.
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From Ghana to Egypt and Ivory Coast to Zambia, these siblings have made an everlasting impact on the continental stage, leaving fans with cherished memories of brotherly camaraderie and sporting excellence.
Andre, Ibrahim, and Jordan Ayew
In the realm of African football, the Ayew family name is synonymous with talent and dedication. Jordan and Andre Ayew, sons of Ghanaian football legend Abedi Pele, have carved their own path in the sport.
Both players had the privilege of representing Ghana in five Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, with the 2023 edition in Ivory Coast set to be their sixth after both Jordan and Andre were named in the Black Star’s squad.
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Jordan and Andre Ayew's partnership on the field became prominent during the 2012 AFCON held in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon, where Ghana lost to eventual champions Zambia in the semifinals.
The brothers also played key roles in Ghana's journey to the final in 2015, where they faced Ivory Coast in a dramatic penalty shootout. Although Ghana fell short in the final, the Ayew duo's performances throughout the tournament left an indelible mark on fans and added an extra layer of excitement to the AFCON familial narrative.
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Interestingly, another Ayew brother, Ibrahim Ayew, also played alongside Andre at the 2010 AFCON, while their sister Imani is also a professional footballer.
Kolo and Yaya Toure
The Toure brothers, Kolo and Yaya, will forever be remembered as two of the greatest siblings in AFCON history, thanks to their exploits for Ivory Coast. The duo's combination of Kolo’s incredible defensive prowess and Yaya’s midfield magic played a crucial role in elevating the Ivorian national team to new heights.
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Kolo and Yaya Toure's collaborative efforts spanned six AFCON tournaments, starting in 2006 and ending in 2015. The Toure brothers were instrumental in Ivory Coast’s run to the final in 2006 and 2012, where they lost to Egypt and Zambia, respectively.
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Just when it appeared as though the Toure brothers would end their illustrious international careers without the coveted AFCON title, they finally claimed a famous win in their sixth and final campaign in Equatorial Guinea in 2015, with Yaya lifting the trophy as captain of the side.
Hossam and Ibrahim Hassan
In the annals of Egyptian football, the names Ibrahim and Hossam Hassan stand as pillars of success. The twin brothers played together for the national team, leaving an enduring legacy in AFCON history, and their journey is a testament to the significance of familial bonds in this beautiful game.
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Hossam is remembered as one of the greatest strikers ever to grace the African game after scoring 11 goals at the Africa Cup of Nations and retiring as Egypt’s record goalscorer with 68 goals, while Ibrahim was an accomplished defender in his own right, making 131 appearances for the Pharaohs.
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The Hassan brothers played together in three AFCON tournaments, but incredibly, Ibrahim never won the title, while Hossam has been an African champion three times. While Ibrahim played at only three tournaments, Hossam joined Egypt for seven campaigns, winning the title in 1986, 1998, and 2006.
Christopher and Felix Katongo
Zambia's footballing landscape was forever changed by the contributions of brothers Christopher and Felix Katongo, whose skill and dedication have become synonymous with the national team's success. The duo's involvement in AFCON tournaments showcased their commitment to representing their country with pride.
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Christopher and Felix Katongo played together in five different AFCON tournaments, jointly starting in 2006 and ending in unison in 2013.
Their dynamic contributions, both in attack and midfield, contributed to Zambia shocking Africa in 2012, winning Chipolopolo's first-ever AFCON title in the tournament held in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon.
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Christopher was named the PLayer of the tournament and also finished as the joint-top scorer with three goals, although the Golden Boot eventually went to Emmanuel Mauyka, another in the ranks of the Zambian team.
Other notable AFCON brothers
Some other notable mentions include Ghana’s Gyan and Kingston families, who were represented by Asamoah and Baffour Gyan and Laryea and Richard Kingston, respectively. As well as the Ivorian families of Kone and Kalou, who had Arouna and Bakary Kone and Bonaventure and Salomon Kalou play for the national team, although the Kalou brothers never played at the same AFCON tournament.
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The Burkinabe pair of Alain and Bertrand Traore also represented the Stallions of Burkina Faso in 2015 and 2017, while Peter and Adam Ndlovu are regarded as legends in their native Zimbabwe after becoming the top two goalscorers in the Warriors’ history.
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The Ndlovu brothers only appeared at one AFCON tournament in 2004, the Warriors’ first-ever international tournament. Adam tragically passed away at age 42 in 2012 in an accident that also left Peter critically wounded, although the younger brother survived.
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