AFCON 2025: Ghana's Path to Qualification Despite Sudan Loss
The Black Stars of Ghana find themselves in a precarious position following a defeat to Sudan, significantly jeopardizing their chances of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The loss, which came after a disappointing goalless draw in Accra, leaves Ghana with only two points from four matches in the qualifying rounds.
In the recent match held in Libya on October 15, 2024, Sudan capitalized on second-half goals from Ahmed Hamed Mahmoud and Mohamed Abdel Raman, sealing a 2-0 victory. This outcome leaves Ghana in third place in their group, facing the harsh reality of possibly missing out on the AFCON for the first time in over a decade.
Despite this setback, there remains a slim possibility for Ghana to qualify. To keep their hopes alive, they must win their final two matches against Angola and Niger, which would raise their total points to eight. However, their fate also depends on Sudan's performance in their upcoming fixtures. For Ghana to advance, Sudan must lose both of their remaining games.
Ghana’s qualification efforts hinge not only on their own results but also on external outcomes, making this a crucial moment for the team. If they can secure the necessary victories and rely on favorable results elsewhere, they still have a chance to make their 11th consecutive AFCON appearance.
Ghana's coach, Otto Addo, has acknowledged the team's struggles in the qualifiers but remains hopeful that luck may turn in their favor as they push for a spot in Morocco 2025.
Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for Morocco 2025 hinge on two critical victories and the need for Sudan to lose both of their remaining matches. Without two defeats for Sudan, Ghana’s chances of advancing will be extinguished. This daunting task means the Black Stars must win both of their upcoming games while hoping for favorable outcomes elsewhere. If they succeed and Sudan falters, qualification for AFCON 2025 remains possible. Otherwise, Ghana risks missing out on the tournament for the first time in over a decade.
Coach Otto Addo has expressed a desire for luck to play a role in their upcoming matches. The four-time African champions are still searching for their first win in the qualifiers after a disappointing start, having failed to secure victory in their initial three games. Despite a history of qualifying for every Africa Cup of Nations since 2006, Ghana now faces the possibility of not participating in the 2025 edition.
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