The Black Stars of Ghana have concluded their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign with a disappointing 18th place finish.
The West African nation, one of the 24 teams in the tournament, had high hopes of securing its fifth title. However, Ghana’s journey was cut short in the group stage after finishing 3rd in Group B with only two points.
Ghana suffered a 1-2 loss to Cape Verde and managed 2-2 draws against Egypt and Mozambique, leading to their early exit from the competition.
Throughout the tournament, Ghana scored five goals and conceded six, including two crucial goals in added time against Mozambique which ultimately sealed their fate.
This marks the second consecutive group phase elimination for the Black Stars.
Following their early departure from the tournament, Ghana has been ranked 18th out of the 24 teams, failing to secure a single victory.
Meanwhile, Ivory Coast clinched their third AFCON title and claimed the top spot in the final standings. Nigeria, South Africa, and DR Congo finished in second, third, and fourth place, respectively.
