The Black Galaxies of Ghana suffered defeat in their opening game at the 2023 Championship for African Nations (CHAN) against Madagascar.
The home-based national team were stunned by debutants on Sunday night in Algeria.
Annor Walker’s team started the game as the favourite but suffered a 2-1 defeat against the South Western country.
Madagascar opened the scoring after just 12 minutes into the encounter through Solomampionona Koloina.
They doubled their lead in the 61st-minute mark through Tokinantenaina Olivier.
Substitute, Augustine Agyapong made his presence felt as he pulled one back for Ghana but could not inspire the Black Galaxies to come from behind to earn anything out of the clash.
Madagascar now sits top of the table in Group C with 3 points, whiles Sudan occupies the second spot without a point.
At the moment, the Black Galaxies chances of qualifying for the knockout phase look slim due to the defeat in their first game. Ghana is without a point following the defeat to Madagascar.
Annor Walker’s side must beat Sudan at all costs and wait for the outcome of another group game between Madagascar and Sudan.
Ghana’s group opponent Morocco is out of the tournament due to political tension between them and Algeria.
At the moment, Group C consist of only three teams: Ghana, Madagascar, and Sudan, with two teams expected to advance to the next round.
Ghana must now prepare for the second Group C match against Sudan on January 19.
Source: Mybrytnewsroom.com/Sylvester Ntim
