Ghana crashed out of AFCON 2025 after a disappointing 1-1 draw against Angola. The Black Stars needed a win to keep their hopes of qualifying for the tournament alive and showed early intent in the game. Jordan Ayew opened the scoring in the 18th minute with a spectacular strike. Angola had an opportunity to equalize in the 28th minute when M’Bala Nzola stepped up for a penalty, but his effort was saved by goalkeeper Abdul Manaf Nurudeen.
Angola dominated possession and continued to press forward, eventually finding the equalizer in the 64th minute through Zini. The home side had a late chance to secure a winner, but Abdul Manaf Nurudeen made a crucial save, rushing out to deny Chico Banza.
The result, however, was not enough to keep Ghana’s AFCON 2025 hopes alive, marking a disappointing end to their campaign.
Stats
Ball possession: Angola dominated with 69%, while Ghana managed 31%.
Total shots: Angola attempted 13 shots compared to Ghana’s 7.
Shots on target: Angola had 4 shots on target, while Ghana had only 1.
Big chances: Angola created 5 big chances, with Ghana creating none.
Big chances missed: Angola missed 4 big chances.
Accurate passes: Angola completed 448 passes with 84% accuracy, while Ghana completed 171 passes with 69% accuracy.
Fouls committed: Both teams committed 17 fouls each.
Offsides: Ghana recorded 1 offside, while Angola had none.
Corners: Angola won 6 corners, while Ghana had none.
Group FAngola: 5 matches, +5 goal difference, 13 points
Sudan: 5 matches, -2 goal difference, 7 points
Niger: 5 matches, 0 goal difference, 4 points
Ghana: 5 matches, -3 goal difference, 3 points
By: Ibidunni Doyinsola
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