The excitement in Group B of AFCON 2024 continues with a highly anticipated match between Ghana and Cape Verde on January 14, 2024.
Will Ghana live up to their AFCON legacy, or will Cape Verde spring a surprise? The answers will unfold on the AFCON stage as these two teams collide in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Ghana is likely to find the net a couple of times against Cape Verde Islands, who might face challenges in scoring goals.
Ghana, a perennial football powerhouse, carries a rich AFCON history into this clash. Known for their attacking prowess and solid defense, the Black Stars aim to assert their dominance early in the group stage.
In the previous AFCON edition in 2021, Ghana couldn’t showcase their resilience. They were placed in the 4th place of the Group C and didn’t qualify for the play-offs.
Ghana enters this match on the heels of a goalless draw against Namibia in the International Friendlies.
Ghana’s recent performances have been lacking in offensive prowess, managing only four goals against opposition teams in their last six matches. Conversely, they have conceded eight goals during this period. The question now is whether this trend will continue in the upcoming game.
Last 5 Games: Won: 2, Draw: 0, Lost: 3, Scored: 4, Conceded: 8, Clean Sheets: 1.
Cape Verde, on the other hand, seeks to make a mark in the tournament with their skilled and determined squad.
While they may be considered underdogs, Cape Verde’s impressive journey in the qualifiers has turned heads, making them a team to watch.
Having suffered a defeat in their recent International Friendlies match against Tunisia, Cape Verde Islands are eager to bounce back in this upcoming game.
The forward players for Cape Verde Islands have struggled to find the back of the net in their last six matches, managing only four goals. During this period, Sihlangu has also witnessed their opponents scoring a total of eight goals.
Last 5 Games: Won: 1, Draw: 1, Lost: 3, Scored: 6, Conceded: 10, Clean Sheets: 2.
The match will be played at the Stade Félix Houphouеt-Boigny.
January 14, 2024, 21:00 UK time.