The first half of the match between Niger and Ghana saw a lively start with both teams actively engaging in the game. Gernot Rohr’s Niger, positioned at the bottom of the group and in need of a win, applied pressure early on, earning a corner in the second minute.
However, Ghana quickly took the lead in the 6th minute with Asamoah Gyan scoring from the penalty spot, assisted by Albert Adomah. Despite Niger’s efforts, Ghana’s defense held firm. In the 10th minute, Niger thought they had equalized from a corner, but the goal was disallowed due to a foul on the Ghanaian goalkeeper, Dauda.
Asamoah Gyan continued to make an impact, attempting a free kick that was saved by Niger’s goalkeeper, Kassaly. Gyan then turned into an assister, setting up Christian Atsu for Ghana’s second goal. The first half concluded with Ghana leading 2-0.
