Ghana’s hopes for qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations received an unexpected boost after Niger’s commanding 4-0 victory over Sudan in a crucial qualifier match played in Togo on November 14, 2024.
The Match That Changed the Group Dynamic
Niger’s impressive performance saw Youssouf Oumarou and Ousseini Badasmassi finding the net, while Daniel Sosah delivered a memorable first-half brace. Sudan, under Ghanaian coach Kwasi Appiah’s guidance, struggled to penetrate Niger’s solid defensive line throughout the match.
Current Group F Standings
- Angola leads with 12 points
- Sudan holds second place with 7 points
- Niger sits third with 4 points
- Ghana currently occupies the bottom position with 2 points
Path to Qualification
For Ghana’s Black Stars, the qualification route remains challenging but possible. They must:
- Win their upcoming match against Angola on November 15
- Secure victory against Niger at home on November 18
- Hope Sudan loses their final match against Angola
The Road Ahead
Ghana faces two must-win scenarios in their remaining fixtures. The first challenge comes against group leaders Angola, who have already secured their tournament spot. The final crucial match will be played at the Accra Sports Stadium against Niger.
This turn of events has injected new life into Ghana’s qualification campaign, though the path remains narrow. The Black Stars’ fate now depends not only on their performance but also on results from other matches in the group.
For Ghanaian football fans, these upcoming matches represent more than just games – they’re opportunities to revive their nation’s proud football legacy and secure a spot in the continental showpiece.
