Côte d’Ivoire 2-0 Ghana: Sibo earns lowest mark as Boakye takes opportunity – Black Stars ratings
Ghana’s quest to return to the Africa Cup of Nations got off to a false start after losing 2-0 to Côte d’Ivoire in Bouaké in their opening game of the 2027 edition qualifiers. A first-half strike by Malick Yalcouyé and a Franck Kessié spot kick in the second were the difference, with the Elephants getting […]
Ghana's opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers ended in a 2-0 defeat to Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké. Malick Yalcouyé and Franck Kessié both scored to secure the win for the Elephants, while the Black Stars received their lowest-ever rating for a player, Sibo.
Lawrence Ati Zigi, the goalkeeper, received a 3 out of 10 rating as he was caught off guard by the first goal. Peprah, who came in as a right-back, was rated 2 as he struggled with his position and passing. Gideon Mensah and Alexander Djiku both received a 3, with Mensah improving in the second half and Djiku being solid defensively.
Jerome Opoku and Fatawu Issahaku received 5s for their solid contributions. Kwasi Sibo, caught ball-watching in the play leading to the Côte d'Ivoire goal, was rated 2. Caleb Yirenkyi and Christopher Bonsu, both midfielders, were rated 2s for lack of pressing and confidence.
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