After giving up a thrilling late equalizer in their 1-1 draw with Chad in Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match, Ghana had a miserable afternoon in N’Djamena.
The Black Stars’ attempts to secure early qualification for the world championship are hampered by the outcome.
The breakthrough occurred in the 17th minute when Jordan Ayew scored his sixth goal of the season, continuing his impressive scoring streak. Mohammed Kudus, whose flare and inventiveness were evident throughout, moved past his right-wing marker before putting in a low cross.
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Otto Addo’s team gained an early lead thanks to Ayew’s deft movement, which made it easy for him to slot home.
Ghana had multiple opportunities to increase their advantage and appeared to be the superior team for extended periods of time.
Under the leadership of recently hired coach Raoul Savoy, Chad maintained their composure despite going behind.
They maintained their faith despite having a reorganized team as opposed to the one that was crushed 5-0 in Accra.
In the 89th minute, Young Africans SC striker Ecua Celestin’s flash of genius proved that perseverance was worthwhile.
He leveled the score and set off wild scenes inside the Stade Olympique Marechal Idriss Deby Itno by picking the ball just beyond the area and launching a precise strike that soared past Benjamin Asare.
