2025 AFCONQ: Black Stars Held to Goalless Draw by Sudan in Accra

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Ghana’s Black Stars resumed their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Sudan in the first leg of their doubleheader on Thursday at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Coach Otto Addo fielded a youthful and energetic team, with Ibrahim Sulemana making his debut start. Ghana began brightly, nearly scoring in the fifth minute when Alexander Djiku’s header struck the crossbar following a Mohammed Kudus cross. However, Sudan grew into the game, matching Ghana’s intensity.

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Ghana came close again in the 16th minute, but Antoine Semenyo’s shot was saved by Sudan’s goalkeeper, Mohammed Mustapha. Despite dominating possession, Ghana struggled to convert set-piece opportunities, while Sudan’s defense remained resolute.

In the second half, Ghana increased the pressure, but Sudan’s goa

lkeeper made crucial saves, denying Mohammed Kudus and Inaki Williams. Sudan had a rare scoring opportunity in the 71st minute, but Ghana’s goalkeeper, Lawrence Ati Zigi, kept them at bay.

Despite late efforts from Ghana, including a missed free kick by Kudus and a blocked shot by Williams, the game ended in a goalless draw. The result leaves Ghana winless and in third place with just two points from three games.

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The Black Stars will face Sudan again in the second leg on Monday, October 14, 2024, at the Martyrs of February Stadium. Ghana will need a win to revive their chances of qualifying for AFCON 2025, set to take place in Morocco.

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