Accra, Ghana – The Ghana national football team, the Black Stars, hosted Mexico in a friendly match on Tuesday as part of their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The game took place at the Accra Sports Stadium and showcased both teams’ efforts to fine-tune strategies and lineups.
The match ended in a competitive 2-2 draw, with Ghana showing strong attacking play. Mohammed Kudus opened the scoring for Ghana in the 15th minute with a precise shot from outside the box. Mexico responded quickly through Hirving Lozano, who equalized at the 27th minute with a swift counterattack.
In the second half, Ghana regained the lead when Thomas Partey scored a powerful header off a corner kick at the 56th minute. The Mexican squad pressed hard to level the score again, and Raul Jimenez found the net in the 78th minute, marking the final score.
Both teams fielded a mix of experienced players and young talents, giving the coaches valuable insights into squad depth ahead of the World Cup. Ghana’s coach expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of such matches in building cohesion and confidence.
“This friendly against a strong Mexican side was crucial for us,” said Ghana’s head coach. “We tested different formations and saw great energy from the players. We are motivated and ready for the challenges ahead in the World Cup.”
Mexico’s coach appreciated the intensity of the game and highlighted the need to improve defensive coordination. “It was a challenging match in a tough environment,” he commented. “We will take key lessons as we prepare for the global tournament.”
The Black Stars continue their preparation with several more friendlies scheduled over the coming months. Ghana aims to reach the round of 16 or better in the 2026 World Cup, hoping to build on their strong football tradition.
Fans expressed excitement on social media, praising the squad’s fighting spirit and skills. The friendly match against Mexico offered a confident display and a promising glimpse of what’s to come.
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