Senegal walked away with the WAFU Cup of Nations title on Sunday, winning it on home soil after beating then-holders Ghana in a penalty shootout (one of many in the tournament).

While the sides in the Cup final were domestic-based versions of continental heavyweights, the Plate final was a story of success against the odds, as Guinea defeated tiny Cape Verde... also on penalties.

ESPN's Ed Dove reveals his tournament awards following a fascinating two weeks of African football.

Player of the Tournament:...

THIES, Senegal --Senegal are the champions of the 2019 WAFU Cup of Nations after beating Ghana 3-1 in a penalty shootout following 120 minutes of football that ended 1-1 at Stade Lat Dior in Thies, Senegal, on Sunday 13 October.

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THIES, Senegal -- Hosts Senegal will square off with holders Ghana at Stade Lot Dior in Thies on Sunday, in the first final of the new-look WAFU Cup of Nations.

It's a clash that should be a delight for neutrals, with the finalists having been the top two seeded sides ahead of the draw, and being among the most eye-catching teams going forward during the two-week regional West African showpiece.

The revised WAFU Cup of Nations format means that no side is eliminated after the first round matches,...