Ayew scores Ghana’s first goal at AFCON 2021
Black Stars determined to beat Gabon
Morocco beats Ghana in AFCON 2021 opener
Ghana senior national team captain, Andre Dede Ayew put the Black Stars in the lead in their game against Gabon on Friday, January 14, 2022.
The Black Stars needed a goal badly in the game and Andre Dede Ayew scored for Ghana in 28 minutes.
The former Swansea City captain picked up a pass from Thomas Partey and he managed to break away from his marker with a quick turn to hit a solid strike into the back of the net.
The Gabonese made 13 attempts at goal and were lucky to get an equalizer in the 89th minute.
Jim Allevinah lashed a shot into the net after G. Kanga sent a through ball into Ghana’s box.
The game ended 1-1 after 90 minutes of action.
The Black Stars now have just a point from two games with Gabon having four points after winning their first game against Comoros.
Morocco, however, top Group C with 6 points and have already booked a spot in the Round of 16 stage.