This archive report was first published on 23 January 2022.
On January 23, 2022, Burkina Faso made history by becoming the first team to advance to the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a thrilling 7-6 victory over 10-man Gabon in a penalty shootout.
The match, held in Limbe, was an incident-packed and energy-sapping clash that saw Burkina Faso's Bertrand Traore score early in the 28th minute, only for Gabon to equalize with a late goal.
After Gabon's centre back Sidney Obissa was sent off for a second caution, Burkina Faso held their nerve in the penalty shootout, with Ismahila Ouedraogo netting the decisive kick.
The win sets up a quarter-final tie against either Nigeria or Tunisia, who meet later on Sunday.
REUTERS
