Ghana players celebrate after beating Nigeria in their CAF World Cup playoff to book a spot in Qatar.
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Ghana hold off Nigeria to qualify for World Cup

Ghana held on to a crucial 1-1 draw at Nigeria and qualified for the 2022 World Cup on away goals on Tuesday.
May 17, 2023, 04:58 am - ESPN

Match Timeline

Nigeria
Ghana
  • KO
  • 10
  • 22
  • 25
  • HT
  • 45
  • 45
  • 61
  • 73
  • 78
  • 84
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90
  • 90+3
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Nigeria 1, Ghana 1.
90'+6'
Second Half ends, Nigeria 1, Ghana 1.
90'+4'
Moses Simon (Nigeria) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Match Stats
NGAGHA
Possession
62%
3862
38%
Shots on Goal
2
1
Shot Attempts
14
6
Yellow Cards
1
4
Corner Kicks
6
2
Saves
0
1