🇬🇭 10 Things We Learnt From Ghana's Victory Over Somalia
The Black Stars' victory over Somalia offered plenty of positives, but also raised important questions. Judging by the performance, here are 10 major talking points from the match.
- 1. Thomas Partey remains Ghana's midfield general. His vision, composure, passing range and ability to control the tempo were outstanding. Ghana must urgently find his long-term successor because his quality is almost impossible to replace.
- 2. Ghana are a different proposition with their biggest stars available. The influence of Partey, Mohammed Kudus and other key players showed why having a strong squad matters. With the best players available, the Black Stars possess the quality to compete at a much higher level.
- 3. Daniel Kofi Kyereh could be the creative spark Ghana have been missing. After his injury struggles, Kyereh's return and attacking contribution delighted supporters. His creativity, movement and combination play offer Ghana exciting possibilities in midfield.
- 4. Despite the scrutiny, Jordan Ayew remains a key player for the Black Stars. His penalty miss intensified calls for a rethink of his role but his tireless work ethic, leadership, experience and stability he brings to the team must not be ignored.
- 5. Takoradi has made a compelling case to host more Black Stars matches. The passionate crowd, impressive turnout and electric atmosphere demonstrated that international football should not be concentrated in Accra and Kumasi. Takoradi deserves more opportunities.
- 6. The playing surface needs serious improvement. Despite the positive atmosphere in Takoradi, the condition of the pitch was far from ideal for international football. Ghana's technically gifted players deserve a better surface to express themselves and play attractive football.
- 7. Ghanaian supporters still deeply love the Black Stars. The celebrations, atmosphere and affection shown to players like Kudus demonstrated that the emotional connection remains strong. Give supporters committed players, exciting football and positive results, and they will rally behind the national team.
- 8. The coaching factor cannot be underestimated. The team's improved combinations and organisation reflect positively on interim coach Kim Lars Björkegren. The debate over whether he deserves the permanent job could gather momentum if performances continue improving.
- 9. The Black Stars still have serious weaknesses to address. Poor finishing, defensive discipline and inadequate tracking back by attacking players remain concerns. Beating Somalia is encouraging, but stronger opponents will punish mistakes that went unexploited.
- 10. Ghana may finally be finding a promising midfield combination. Supporters were particularly impressed by the understanding between Partey, Caleb Yirenkyi and Kyereh. Their blend of experience, energy, intelligence and creativity offers a potentially exciting foundation for the future.
The biggest lesson? Ghana still have the talent to excite their supporters and compete with Africa's strongest teams. But one victory over Somalia should not disguise the work ahead.
Consistency, quality coaching, squad depth and proper preparation will determine how far this team can go.
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@Boonsch@guyanesedollyy@XB370__@DarkSideAdvcate I respect that
was always arguing but the moment I saw that even the white people who have been living in Africa are not originally from Africa I believed black people are originally from Africa and aside that there are some names there in South/north America with African roots
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I’m yet to understand why you people keep saying you’re not from Africa
I’m still open to learn maybe there’s some history behind your mentality.
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We’re in a country where we eat, rent and show up everyday at work physically whiles we beg and pray to be paid @_nsagh mode yɛka @thenanaaba ka bi ma yɛn na yɛ mpaninfoɔ noyɛ abrɔ dodo
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So those people always fabricating stories about starting businesses with Nss money no Nyame ahu mo. It’s really hard to even start something in this so called ghana where our own people we’ve put in positions are against us.@_nsagh mode yɛka @kwadwosheldon ka bi mayɛ
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