Ghana’s bid for AFCON 2025 qualification took another hit as they were held to a goalless draw at home by Sudan on Thursday. With just two points from their opening three games in Group F, the Black Stars now face an uphill battle to secure their place in the tournament.
In a post-match press conference, Ghana coach Otto Addo expressed his disappointment at the result and acknowledged the growing difficulty of securing qualification.
Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, his team was unable to find a breakthrough, leaving them frustrated in front of their home fans.
Speaking candidly after the match, Addo reflected on the challenges ahead. “I can’t even assure you, maybe God will take me tomorrow and then what can I assure you? We will do our best and I know that in the end we will be rewarded,” he said, sounding uncertain about the path forward for his team.
While the Black Stars remain winless after three games, Addo sought to highlight a small glimmer of hope. “The positive thing is that everything still depends on us.
We have to win the next match. We are not qualified yet and the road is still long. I think the last match will be difficult, but we will get there,” he added, trying to rally his players ahead of the upcoming fixtures.
Ghana’s position in Group F leaves them third, trailing their rivals and in desperate need of a victory to reignite their qualification chances.
The lack of goals has been a critical issue for the team, and their inability to convert dominance into wins has become a recurring theme in this campaign.
The draw against Sudan, while disappointing, sets the stage for a crucial return leg on Tuesday, October 15, where Ghana must secure a victory to stay in contention.
Failure to do so could all but end their hopes of featuring in the next edition of the Africa Cup of Nations.
For coach Otto Addo, the next few days will be crucial as he seeks to lift his team’s morale and make the necessary tactical adjustments.
With pressure mounting, both on the pitch and from the fans, Ghana’s path to qualification is narrowing, but the coach insists that all is not lost yet.
The Black Stars have a rich history in African football, but their recent struggles have left supporters concerned.
With qualification now hanging in the balance, Ghana will need to find their form quickly if they are to avoid the embarrassment of missing out on the continent’s premier football competition.
