We know that sensitive types often complain that newspapers are only interested in bad news.

Zambia clinched their first African Nations Cup crown with a poignant penalty shootout win over Ivory Coast last night.

Zambia 0 Ivory Coast 0 (after extra-time, Zambia win 8-7 on penalties)

What this tournament has shown, more than anything else, is the value of cohesion, of having a well-drilled side that knows its plan.