Angola surprised Ghana’s Black Stars with a 1-0 victory in Kumasi to top Group F during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifiers’ second day at Baba Yara Stadium on Thursday. (GFA Photo)!
Felicio Mendes João Milson only proved to be the decider in a tense Baba Yara Stadium.
The Black Stars controlled much of the match but didn’t take advantage of their chances. Antoine Semenyo missed an early opportunity, sending a shot wide after five minutes.
Mohammed Kudus came close to scoring in the 36th minute, but the Angola goalkeeper, Neblu, saved his powerful strike.
In the second half, Ghana continued to apply pressure, but Angola scored an unexpected goal in stoppage time to win the match. Substitute Milson secured all three points for Angola.
This was a disappointing start for Ghana’s coach, Otto Addo, while Angola will be thrilled with their surprise victory away from home.
The Black Stars face Niger next week in the race to Morocco as Angola host Sudan who won their opener against Niger.
In Kumasi, Angola stun Black Stars at home!
— Alie Bittar (@bittar32) September 5, 2024
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