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Sofapaka striker Avire relishes making Afcon debut

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Sofapaka FC striker John Avire. [Courtesy]

Sofapaka forward John Avire was one of the surprise inclusions as the final 23 member team for the Africa Cup of Nations finals was named on Monday.

Called up by coach Sebastian Migne for the first time one month ago, Avire was always going to struggle to make it to the final team let along with the provisional squad.

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