Source: newsthemegh.com
After the Black Stars’ unimpressive goalless draw with Namibia to close their friendly matches, questions have been raised about Ghana’s readiness for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The game, which took place on Monday night at Kumasi’s Baba Yara Stadium, disappointed the crowd and cast doubt on the team’s chances of competing well in the competition.
The Black Stars, who are among the strongest teams in African football, were unable to overcome Namibia, a team that was ranked lower, and the result was a goalless tie.
Fans are now more concerned about the team’s potential to have a big influence at the forthcoming AFCON as a result of the poor performance.
With just one win in five games under new coach Chris Hughton, Ghana’s recent performance only heightens the concerns.
The team’s only victory came against Madagascar; other losses came against Mexico, the United States, and Comoros.
Concerns were further raised by the goalless draw against Namibia, which was the seventh time the Black Stars had failed to score under Hughton.
Ghana’s performance was severely criticized for its appalling performance in the first half of the game, and it only got marginally better in the second. Hughton made several good substitutions, but Namibia persisted, leaving Ghanaian supporters disappointed and worried about their team’s preparation for the AFCON.
The Black Stars are beginning to feel nervous as their first Group B match against Cape Verde is just six days away on January 14.
Mozambique and Egypt, the seven-time African champions, are also opponents in the group stage. There are now questions about the team’s capacity to play hard-hitting, competitive football, and supporters are hoping for improvements in the important event.