AFCON 2027Q: Queiroz furious with ‘joke’ penalty awarded Cote d’Ivoire in Black Stars defeat
The Black Stars fell to a 2-0 defeat against the Elephants in their opening game of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying series.
Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed his frustration over a penalty awarded to Côte d’Ivoire during their 2-0 defeat to Ghana in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying series opener. The penalty was called in the second half when Malick Yalcouye was brought down in the box by Abdul Fatawu Issahaku. Queiroz, speaking at his post-match press conference, deemed the decision "a joke" and questioned the fairness of the call.
He emphasized that his team was level on aggregate despite the setback and acknowledged Côte d’Ivoire's strong performance, as well as the referee's role, which could swing either way in future matches. The Black Stars now prepare for their next match against Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 29.
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