{
  "id": 10803489,
  "title": "2027 AFCONQ: Late goals seal 2-0 for Côte d’Ivoire against Somalia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/2027-afconq-late-goals-seal-2-0-for-cote-divoire-against-somalia",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T22:47:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/2027-afconq-late-goals-seal-2-0-for-cote-divoire-against-somalia/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a dramatic late finish, Côte d'Ivoire earned a vital 2-0 victory over Somalia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, dealing a blow to Ghana's qualification hopes. The Elephants, who entered the match needing points to stay in contention, struggled to break down Somalia throughout the game. However, Yann Ghoho broke the deadlock in the 88th minute, while Bazamouna Touré added a second goal deep into added time, securing the win for Côte d'Ivoire. The result sees the Ivorians with six points from their opening two matches, placing them in second position in Group C on goal difference, just behind The Gambia. The Gambia, who stunned Ghana with a 4-2 comeback victory in Accra, now sits at the top of the group, while Ghana finds themselves at the bottom, having failed to score in their two matches. For Côte d'Ivoire, victory could significantly boost their chances of qualifying when they face The Gambia in a double-header in November. A win against The Gambia would see the Elephants with 12 points, putting them in a strong position to secure qualification, depending on the outcomes of other matches.",
  "summary": "Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations have come under further pressure after Côte d’Ivoire snatched a late 2-0 victory over Somalia. The Elephants appeared set to drop points after struggling to break down Somalia for much of the contest, but Yann Ghoho finally broke the deadlock in the 88th minute. […]",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}