Ghana secured a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde in the quarter-final match of the 2013 CAN, thanks to a double from Wakaso Mubarak. Here’s a summary of the key moments in the match:
- First Half: The first half saw Cape Verde start without pressure against the more experienced Ghana. Heldon had an opportunity in the 13th minute, but the shot went wide. Ghana had a chance in the 17th minute with a header off target. The game was marked by free kicks and lacked quality, ending the first half 0-0.
- Second Half: Ghana took control in the second half, with Asamoah replaced by Wakaso. In the 53rd minute, Ghana won a penalty after a foul on Gyan Asamoah. Wakaso Mubarak converted the penalty to give Ghana a 1-0 lead.
- Cape Verde’s Response: Cape Verde responded with attacking efforts, with Heldon and Platini creating opportunities. However, their attempts were either off target or repelled by the Ghanaian goalkeeper.
- Second Goal by Wakaso: In the last minute of added time, Wakaso Mubarak scored his second goal, securing a 2-0 victory for Ghana. The goal came as Cape Verde’s goalkeeper had ventured into Ghana’s defense.
With this win, Ghana advanced to the semi-finals and awaited the winner of the Togo-Burkina Faso quarter-final match.
