Black Stars beats Central African Republic 2 : 1 to qualify for AFCON 2023

 

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The Ghanaian national football team, also known as the Black Stars, secured their 10th consecutive qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in an exciting game against the Central African Republic (CAR). The match took place at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, and Ghana emerged victorious with a hard-fought 2-1 win.

It was a memorable moment for Nuamah, who scored his debut goal and helped seal Ghana's spot in the upcoming 2023 AFCON tournament, which will be hosted in Ivory Coast. Despite CAR taking an early lead with a goal from Louis Mafouta, Ghana showed great determination and resilience. Mohammed Kudus, with a brilliant free-kick, scored the equalizer before Nuamah secured the much-needed victory for the Black Stars.

What makes this qualification even more impressive is the fact that Ghana has remained unbeaten in Kumasi since 2000. This remarkable record showcases the team's strength and dominance when playing on their home turf.

The Black Stars' qualification for AFCON once again reinforces Ghana's reputation as a football powerhouse in Africa. With a rich history in the tournament and a strong squad, Ghana will be entering the upcoming competition with high hopes for a successful campaign. The qualification brings optimism and excitement for both the team and their passionate supporters.

With the ticket to the Africa Cup of Nations Cote D'Ivoire 2023 secured, Ghana can now focus on preparing for the tournament, which will take place in January next year. It will be a fantastic opportunity for them to showcase their skills and compete against other talented teams from across the continent.

In the match against the Central African Republic, it was substitute Antoine Semenyo who played a key role by providing a sublime pass to earn Ernest Nuamah an easy tap-in goal in the 88th minute. Those three crucial points secured the victory for the Black Stars, igniting a celebratory atmosphere among the fans at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

Let's wish the Ghanaian team the best of luck as they continue their preparations for the upcoming AFCON tournament. Hopefully, they will perform exceptionally well and make their nation proud once again. Go Black Stars!