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Ghana struggles in AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Overview

The Ghana national football team, the Black Stars, remains at the bottom of Group C for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers following a 4–2 comeback defeat to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Despite an early 2–0 lead established by an Ernest Nuamah penalty and a free-kick from Afena-Gyan, Ghana was unable to hold the advantage. The Gambia responded before halftime to level the score through a Mohammed Badamosi penalty and an equalizer from Omar Colley. The visitors completed the turnaround in the second half with goals from Ebrima Colley and a late strike, capitalizing on defensive errors. This victory marks The Gambia’s first win against Ghana in 33 years and places them at the top of the group.

This loss follows a previous 2–0 defeat to Côte d’Ivoire and extends Ghana's winless run in AFCON qualifiers to eight games. The situation compounds the difficulties faced by head coach Carlos Queiroz, who has been managing a squad depleted by an unprecedented injury crisis that has left the team without 24 players from the national A team, including key figures such as Mohammed Kudus, Jordan Ayew, and Antoine Semenyo.

Following the match, Queiroz expressed frustration, noting that conceding two goals in the first half “killed the morale and made my players nervous.” He also addressed his future, stating, “If my resignation will be the solution for Ghana football, I’d be the first one to resign.” Ghana captain Gideon Mensah accepted responsibility for the loss, citing defensive errors and the challenges of integrating many new players into the squad. After two matches, the four-time African champions have yet to secure points in the group, leaving their qualification ambitions under intense pressure.

Entities

The Gambia · Black Stars · Ghana Black Stars · Ghana · Accra Sports Stadium

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 20 sources
    The Gambia stuns Ghana with 4-2 comeback in AFCON qualifier

    The Gambia staged a stunning 4-2 comeback victory over Ghana in an AFCON 2027 qualifier, leaving the Black Stars at the bottom of Group C after two consecutive defeats.

  2. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Carlos Queiroz prepares Ghana for AFCON qualifier against The Gambia

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz prepares for a crucial AFCON qualifier against The Gambia, emphasizing squad stability and the need for results to drive the team toward trophy contention.

  3. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Black Stars players call for fan support ahead of Gambia match

    Ghanaian players Brandon Thomas-Asante and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku have urged fans to support the Black Stars in their upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifier against The Gambia in Accra.

Sources

3news.com · adomonline.com · alkambatimes.com · chale.news · dailyguidenetwork.com · gambiaj.com · ghanaguardian.com · ghanaiantimes.com.gh · ghananewspage.com · ghananewss.com · ghanasoccernet.com · myjoyonline.com · mynewsgh.com · newscenta.com · norvanreports.com · pulse.com.gh · sankofaonline.com · sportsworldghana.com · standard.co.uk · thevaultznews.com · topfmonline.com

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