Angola ends 24-year unbeaten streak in Kumasi with late AFCON qualifier goal

Ghana’s remarkable 24-year unbeaten streak in Kumasi came to a shocking end as Angola secured a 1-0 victory at the Baba Yara Stadium during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.Despite a strong lineup featuring stars like Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, and Jordan Ayew, the Black Stars were unable to find the back of the net.The game started with promise for Ghana, as Antoine Semenyo made an early attacking run, but his cross failed to find a teammate.Angola, however, proved to be a formidable opponent, with their forwards Mabululu, Gelson Dala, and Rayo Vallacano’s Randy Nteka creating dangerous chances, although they too struggled to convert.In the second half, Ghana increased the pressure, with Fatawu Issahaku winning a free kick that Kudus delivered expertly, only to be denied by Angola’s goalkeeper, Neblu, who was outstanding throughout the match.The Black Stars dominated possession and launched numerous attacks, but the Angolan defence held firm.The decisive moment came in the dying minutes when substitute Felicio Joao Milson capitalized on a close-range opportunity to score the only goal of the match, handing Angola a vital victory.Ghana’s defeat marked their first loss in Kumasi since 2000, when they fell to South Africa.Now, the Black Stars must regroup as they prepare to face Niger on September 9 in Berkane, Morocco.