The Black Stars suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Angola in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Ghana failed to find the back of the net after 90 minutes of game played. Both teams had an external challenge to face as the pitch prevented them from playing smoothly as they attempted to.
The match saw Ghana deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, with [Player names] leading the attack. The Black Stars enjoyed significant spells of possession but struggled to convert their chances but Angola, playing defensively, capitalized on a defensive lapse to score the winning goal in the second half.
Ghana started the game on a very good note by controlling the game however it was the opposite in the final minutes of the game as Ghana conceded in stoppage time as Angola’s Milson found the back of the net.
The result leaves Ghana on third place ahead of Niger with Sudan leading with three points followed by Angola who also have 3 points.
The defeat is a setback for Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2025 AFCON tournament. However, with several matches still to play, the Black Stars have the opportunity to regroup and bounce back. The team will need to improve their finishing and defensive organization to secure a place in the continental showpiece.
The loss has sparked concerns among Ghanaian fans, who are calling for improved performance from the team. The technical team will be under pressure to address the issues and ensure that the Black Stars are competitive in future matches.
