AFCON 2027: Ghana face qualification crisis as DR Congo, Morocco and Ivory Coast close in on early tickets

Ghana’s hopes of avoiding a second consecutive Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) absence will come under renewed scrutiny this week as the 2027 qualifiers enter a crucial phase, with several continental heavyweights poised to secure early qualification.The Democratic Republic of Congo, Ivory Coast and Morocco could become the first teams to book their places at next year’s tournament if they maintain their perfect records in the upcoming rounds of matches.