The Ghana Black Stars played Sudan at the Accra Sports Stadium on October 10, 2024, in a crucial AFCON qualifier match. The highly anticipated game, filled with drama, saw Sudan led by Ghanaian coach Kwesi Appiah and assistant Ignatius, making their first international visit to Ghana.
Prior to the match, Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku was seen in a video motivating the players, urging them to secure a win. However, his approach sparked controversy after the video went viral, with many Ghanaians and social media users criticizing his tone as harsh.
The match ended in a goalless draw, with Sudan’s goalkeeper making spectacular saves to deny Ghana’s players, including Kudus, Fatawu, and Inaki, who missed promising opportunities. Ghana had 16 corner kicks but failed to capitalize.
With only 2 points from 3 games (2 draws, 1 loss), Ghana Black Stars face intense pressure in Group F. Ghana, once renowned for its football talent, now struggles to make an impact.
Adding to the pressure, CAF recently banned Ghana from hosting home games due to poor pitch conditions.
The Black Stars will travel to Sudan for the second leg encounter, seeking their first win in the qualifiers.
Key Statistics:
1. Ghana: 2 points from 3 games
2. 2 draws, 1 loss
3. 16 corners in the Sudan match
Will Ghana bounce back in the second leg? Only time will tell.