The first half of the match between France and Ghana appears to be dominated by the French team, with Pierre Mankowski’s players showing more initiative. The French attackers, particularly Bahebeck and the dynamic Yaya Sanogo, are causing issues for the Ghanaian defense, which is missing Lawrence Lartey, its key element.
Florian Thauvin, representing Lille, managed to secure a one-goal advantage for France just before halftime (43′). Thauvin executed a successful one-two with Sanogo, dribbling past the Ghanaian goalkeeper Eric Antwi, who had otherwise been effective in repelling several French attacks.
The commentary also notes that the Ghanaian attackers, particularly Frank Acheampong, have been attempting to make inroads but without much success so far. As the second half approaches, it will be interesting to see how both teams adjust their strategies and whether Ghana can mount a comeback against the enterprising French side.
