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LIVE UPDATES: Morocco 5-1 Ghana - U23 Africa Cup of Nations tournament

Published on: 27 June 2023
LIVE UPDATES: Morocco 5-1 Ghana - U23 Africa Cup of Nations tournament

Good evening and welcome to the live text commentary of the game between Morocco and Ghana tonight.

The U23 national teams of the two countries are locking horns today in a second Group A match of the 2023 CAF U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

Ahead of kick-off at 8pm, the Head Coach of the Black Meteors, Ibrahim Tanko, has announced the starting lineup for their second Group A match of the 2023 U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) against host nation Morocco.

The game is set to take place at the prestigious Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.

Following their triumphant 3-2 victory over Congo in the opening match on Sunday, Tanko has made three alterations to the team in a bid to secure another crucial win.

Asante Kotoko's outstanding shot-stopper, Ibrahim Danlad, has rightfully retained his position between the goalposts.

With the backline, Aaron Essel earned a starting role on the right, while Edmond Arko-Mensah takes charge on the left. Meanwhile, Terry Yegbe and David Oppong will continue to showcase their defensive prowess as they hold onto their positions as the center-back duo.

In midfield, Dominic Nsobila has been granted a starting position in the defensive midfield role.

Joining him will be Hafiz Ibrahim and Salim Adams, two new faces. This new midfield trio replaces Emmanuel Essiam and Sylvester Simba from the previous match.

Upfront, the dynamic striker Emmanuel Yeboah, who showcased his goal-scoring prowess by netting two goals in the opening game, has secured a spot in the starting lineup.

After the successful warmup of the players, we are 10 minutes away from kick-off.

First Half:

1' It is the Black Meteors who will kick us off tonight.

3' It's been a very slow start to the game so far. Both national teams are playing with caution.

5' The Moroccans are gradually taking control of the game. The hosts are seeing more of the possession.

7' Goal!!! Morocco has taken the lead. A dream start for the hosts.

12' Goal!! Morocco carves Ghana's defense open once again. The hosts have taken a 2-goal lead.

15' The Black Meteors are still chasing the game. Currently missing out on the possession game.

20' Ghana unable to hold onto possession. It is clear the Black Meteors are struggling against the hosts.

22' Freekick for Ghana, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku takes but his effort goes straight into the wall.

24' The Black Meteors are now getting into the game as the side enjoys a good share of possession. Still Ghana trails 2-0.

28' Ghana left off the hook there. Morocco comes forward with purpose and comes close to scoring a third. Things are tough for the Black Meteors.

30' Morocco scores again. Ghana in trouble here. Morocco 3-0 Ghana.

33' Ghana concedes a corner kick. Morocco takes but it is wasted.

36' Ghana striker Emmanuel Yeboah is shown the yellow card. At this point, frustration has set into the Ghana team.

40' We are into the last five minutes of the first half.

42' Goal!!! Ghana finally with a goal. Can this be a lifeline for the Black Meteors? It's midfielder Salim Adams with the goal.

44' They have got another one. It's the Black Meteors with a second goal. What a strike from Abdul Fatawu Issahaku. Game on. Houston we have a problem. There will be a VAR check.

45' The goal has been disallowed. We are doing five minutes of additional time.

Halftime:

Morocco 3-2 Ghana. The hosts are in control at the break. Can the Black Meteors find a way back in the second half? We will find out after 15 minutes when we return for the second half.

Second Half:

46' We are back underway for the second half. Morocco with the first kick.

48' Morocco gets another goal. They lead Ghana 4-1.

51' First Ghana change for the Black Meteors. Dominic Nsobila is replaced by Daniel Afriyie Barnieh.

52' Ernest Nuamah comes close to scoring again.

53' Morocco will come on a counter-attack and there it is again. A goal for the hosts. Morocco 5-1 Ghana.

56' Looks like it is game over for Ghana. This has been a very disappointing showing from the Black Meteors.

60' We have done an hour of this Group A contest. Morocco 5-1 Ghana.

65' Morocco appears not to be done. Coach for the hosts has introduced a new striker to continue the demolishing exercise.

70' Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is off. He is replaced by Ibrahim Zubairu. Can he inspire a Ghana comeback?

73' Corner for Ghana. It is taken but no one is there to connect.

75' Morocco 5-1 Ghana.

76' Corner for Ghana. It is taken but again nothing comes out of it.

80' We are into the final 10 minutes of the game.

85' Ghana is looking to finish the game strongly. Despite coming forward with purpose the Black Meteors are unable to score.

88' Chance for Nuamah in the box but he is crowded and dispossessed by the Moroccan defense.

90' We will do seven minutes of added time.

90+3' Morocco scores again to make it 6-1. This one will be checked by VAR. After a long check, the goal has been ruled out. Morocco 5-1 Ghana.

90+8' It's all over in Rabat. Morocco qualifies for the semi-finals as Ghana is humiliated after a disappointing showing.
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