Ghana suffer 2-0 loss against Mexico in World Cup preparatory game
Ghana suffered a 2-0 loss against Mexico on Saturday morning at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc. The match was a World Cup preparatory game. Assistant coach Desmond Ofei took charge of the game because head coach Carlos Queiroz was unavailable.
The match was an international friendly. It provided an opportunity for several invited players to make their debuts. Majeed Ashimeru captained the side. Mexico took the lead after 2 minutes when Brian Gutiérrez scored. Oscar Oppong received a yellow card in the 13th minute. Felix Afena-Gyan forced two saves from goalkeeper Carlos Acevedo in the 52nd and 53rd minutes. Jesurun Rak-Sakyi was denied by the crossbar. Guillermo Martínez scored in the 54th minute. Razak Simpson, Prince Amoako, and Jerry Afriyie were introduced as substitutes. Goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi replaced Benjamin Asare in the 76th minute. Salim Adams and Aziz Issah were also substituted into the game. Jerry Afriyie's header was blocked. Salim Adams tested Acevedo with a shot.
Ghana will now shift focus to their next friendly against Wales on June 2 at the Cardiff City Stadium. The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England and Mexico for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The Black Stars faced Mexico in a World Cup preparatory game at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc. Several invited players made their debuts, providing an opportunity to assess the team's readiness - but what challenges did they face?
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