Ghana\u2019s hopes of reaching the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations ended in heartbreak as a late equaliser saw Angola hold them to a 1-1 draw in Luanda on Friday night.<\/strong><\/p>\nDespite taking an early lead through Jordan Ayew\u2019s stunning free-kick in the 18th minute, the Black Stars could not hold onto their advantage.<\/p>\n
Zine’s powerful header in the 64th minute ultimately crushed Ghana’s TotalEnergies CAF AFCON dreams.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This result means Ghana, four-time champions, will miss the tournament for the first time in two decades, their last absence being in the 2004 edition in Tunisia.<\/p>\n
The draw leaves the Black Stars rooted at the bottom of Group F with just three points from five matches, failing to secure a single victory in the qualification campaign.<\/p>\n
Angola tops the group with 13 points, having already secured their ticket to Morocco.<\/p>\n
The disappointment for Ghana is palpable, given the country\u2019s rich TotalEnergies AFCON history and reputation as one of Africa\u2019s footballing powerhouses.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, in Group A, Comoros secured their place in the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON for the second time in their history with a crucial 2-1 away victory over Gambia.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was a tense affair, with Gambia taking an early lead through Alassana Jatta in the 18th minute.<\/p>\n
However, Comoros fought back resiliently, leveling the score just before halftime with a well-placed strike from Rafiki Said.<\/p>\n
The decisive moment came in the 90th minute when substitute Myziane Maolida headed home the winning goal, sending Comoros to Morocco and sparking jubilant celebrations among their supporters.\u00a0<\/p>\n
With this result, Comoros moves to nine points, trailing group leaders Tunisia by one point.<\/p>\n
Elsewhere, Morocco continued their dominant form with a commanding 5-1 thrashing of Gabon in Franceville, despite having already qualified as hosts.<\/p>\n
Gabon struck first with an early goal from Denis Bouanga, but Morocco responded with five unanswered goals, showcasing their strength and depth.<\/p>\n
Brahim Diaz netted twice, while Jamal Harkass, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Ismael Saibari added to the tally, completing a stellar performance from the Atlas Lions.<\/p>\n
Morocco, who have been relentless throughout the qualifiers, now boast a perfect record in Group B with 15 points from five games and a remarkable goal difference of +17.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n