In the second group match against Egypt at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Black Stars twice let leads slip, resulting in a draw. Even though Mohammed Kudus scored twice, the squad lost the match to the Pharaohs due to careless play that cost them three points.
The Black Stars got off to a fast start, going on the offensive and testing the Egyptians' defenses. Kudus got his first taste of goal just beyond the penalty area, but the goalkeeper made a simple stop. Egypt dominated possession of the ball, while both opponents posed little threat for the duration of the first half.
Mohamed Salah, a forward for Liverpool, was unable to continue after suffering what appeared to be a hamstring injury, forcing Rui Vitoria to substitute him in the first half. Kudus scored Ghana's first goal in the continental tournament shortly after coming off the bench with a magnificent curler that beat the goalkeeper and put his team ahead.
After receiving a feed from Salis Abdul Samed, the West Ham United player beat his defender and scored the game's first goal. Just minutes after halftime, Egypt nearly got back on track with a setpiece goal that was disallowed due to offside. A little time later, Richard Ofori was again brought into action, but the Orlando Pirates player made a good save.
Marmoush finally equalized for Egypt after taking advantage of a back pass from Inaki Williams; he dribbled past the goalkeeper and found an empty net. Kudus once again scored, this time as a recipient of a pass from Denis Odoi, putting an end to their moment of pure delight. He put Ghana back ahead, but they were unable to hold on to their lead for the second time.
After taking the ball away from substitute Osman Bukari, Trezeguet put up a teammate to score an equalizer, bringing the score to 2-2. At the end of regulation time, both sides had made late attempts, but neither could claim victory; the points were divided.
The fate of the Black Stars' advancement to the knockout stage of the tournament hinges on their final match against Mozambique.
Source: Myjoyonline
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