Ghana’s journey in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) took an unexpected turn as they settled for a 2-2 draw against Mozambique, facing the risk of an early exit from the tournament.
However, amid the disappointment, Ghana still clings to a slender chance of advancing to the next stage.
Currently occupying third place in Group B with two points—a 2-1 loss to Cape Verde, a 2-2 draw with Egypt, and the recent draw with Mozambique—Ghana’s fate hinges on emerging as one of the four best third-placed teams from the six groups.
Although currently fifth in that ranking, the Black Stars have a narrow window for improvement without even stepping onto the field. The team hold two points, just like Algeria and Zambia, both yet to play their third group games. Ghana also sit above Cameroon, who has only secured a single point after two games.
Fixtures of interest
- Gambia vs Cameroon on Tuesday at 5:00 pm
- Zambia vs Morocco on Wednesday at 8:00 pm
How Ghana can qualify
- Cameroon must draw in their match and Zambia must lose by a two-goal margin.
NB: Considering Ghana’s goal difference (scoring five and conceding six), a one-goal margin defeat to Zambia must be 1-0, 2-1, or 3-2 for Ghana’s five goals to outweigh the Chipolopolo on the standings.
The permutations provide a glimmer of hope for Ghana, but their fate relies on the outcomes of the final group stage matches in other groups. As the football drama unfolds, Ghana awaits its destiny, hoping for the right combination of results to propel them into the coveted Round of 16.