Ghana secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations by defeating Cape Verde 2-0. Wakaso Mubarak was the hero for the Black Stars, scoring both goals in the second half. Despite Cape Verde’s dominant performance, especially in the first half, Ghana managed to capitalize on their opportunities and secure the victory. The loss marked the end of Cape Verde’s dream run in their first-ever appearance at the AFCON quarter-finals. Ghana advanced to face the winner of the quarter-final clash between Togo and Burkina Faso in the semi-finals.
