HIGHLIGHTS: Mali 1-2 – How Black Stars fought for an important win in Bamako
Jordan Ayew
The Black Stars of Ghana fought hard on Thursday night to defeat Mali 2-1 in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In a game that both national teams started slowly, it took a while for Mali to take control to threaten the Ghana goal.
Unfortunately, the early chances created by the hosts were wasted.
Subsequently, the Black Stars also came in strongly and could have scored before the break.
However, it was Mali who scored against the run of play through Kamory Doumbia in the 45th minute to take a narrow lead into the break.
After recess, Ghana started strongly and caught the Mali Eagles off guard. Pressure from the Black Stars paid off in the 58th minute when the visitors scored to restore parity.
Midfielder Abdul Salis Samed located Ernest Nuamah with an inch-perfect cross before the talented teenager planted his header into the Mali net.
At the depth of the match, the Black Stars applied pressure and managed to score through Jordan Ayew to secure a dramatic victory away from home.
Watch highlights of the game.
Up next for Ghana, the Black Stars will host Central African Republic on Monday, June 10.
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