1959 African Cup of Nations

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The 1959 African Cup of Nations was the second edition of Africa’s continental football championship, organized by CAF. It was hosted by the United Arab Republic (the Egypt–Syria union). The tournament ran from 22 to 29 May with only three teams: United Arab Republic (hosts), Sudan, and Ethiopia. All matches were played in Cairo.

Format: A round-robin where each team played the others once.

Results:
- United Arab Republic def. Ethiopia 4–0
- United Arab Republic def. Sudan 2–1
- Sudan def. Ethiopia 1–0

Final standings:
- Champions: United Arab Republic (2nd title)
- Runners-up: Sudan
- Third place: Ethiopia

Statistics:
- Matches played: 3
- Goals scored: 8
- Attendance: 80,000 total
- Top scorer: Mahmoud El-Gohary (3 goals)
- Best player: Ad-Diba