AFCON 2023: Ghana face early exit after late Mozambique comeback

Mozambique, on the other hand, turned the tables on Ghana in the closing minutes.

AFCON 2023: Ghana face early exit after late Mozambique comeback

AFCON 2023: Ghana face early exit after late Mozambique comeback

In a dramatic final round of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group stage, the Black Stars of Ghana were held to a 2-2 draw by Mozambique.

Jordan Ayew opened the scoring for Ghana 15 minutes into the game by converting from the penalty spot.
Ayew continued to impress and he got another chance to increase Ghana’s lead with his second penalty goal of the match

Mozambique, on the other hand, turned the tables on Ghana in the closing minutes.

Mozambique ignited hopes when Geny Catamo scored a penalty kick in the 91st minute, and just moments later, Reinidlo Mandava completed the comeback with a goal in the 94th minute to secure a draw for his team.

With the disappointing draw, Ghana are placed third place in Group B with two points, and will now have to wait for a miracle to progress as one of four best third-placed sides in the AFCON.

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