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Key moments
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After Chad’s late goal, the Matchday 7 clash of Group I in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno, ends in a 1-1 draw.
With this result, the hosts earn their first point, while the visitors will have to wait to secure their ticket to the World Cup.
87 GOAL - Célestin Ecua
An outstanding individual play by striker Célestin Ecua, who, after receiving a pass from Mbangossoum, dribbled past three opposing players to find space for a shot just outside the penalty area. The ball was slightly deflected by the defenders, preventing the goalkeeper from reacting, and went into the back of the net, giving Chad their first points of the qualifiers.
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Third substitution for Ghana. Kudus comes off and Osman comes on for the final minutes of the match.
The game remains with few chances, keeping it balanced. Ghana has had opportunities to extend their lead but hasn’t converted, while Chad have focused on maintaining defensive organization.
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More changes for the home side. Thiam and Mickael come off, replaced by Osee and Merba.
Following the substitutions, they came close to equalizing after a ball control error by Ghana’s defense, but Tchaouna’s shot was too weak and was easily saved by the goalkeeper.
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Double substitution for Ghana. Semenyo and Williams come off, with Sulemana and Baah coming on for the final minutes of the match.
Ghana remains in the attacking half, but the organization of their opponents prevents them from finding a clear opportunity to extend their lead.
Ghana remains in the attacking half, but the organization of their opponents prevents them from finding a clear opportunity to extend their lead.
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First real chance of danger in this second half. After a series of passes between Ghana players, Mohammed Kudus tried a placed shot toward the left post, but his attempt went just wide failing to increase the advantage to 2 goals.
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Another substitution for Chad. Despite trying to continue for a few minutes, Tchaouna’s injury appears to be more serious, and he won’t be able to continue. He is replaced by number 9, Amine Hiver.
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Chad’s coach, Raoul Savoy, makes his first substitution of the match at the hour mark, injecting fresh legs into midfield as Franck Tchaouna comes on to replace Abdoul Aziz.
Ghana still in the lead of the game 1-0.
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The script from the end of the first half has continued in this second half. Ghana dominate possession, trying to find spaces, while Chad remains compact and organized to prevent any clear chances for their opponents.
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The players of both teams are stepping back onto the pitch at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno to begin the second half of this Matchday 7 clash in Group I of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
There have been no changes from either side, so both starting XIs remain the same.
There have been no changes from either side, so both starting XIs remain the same.
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After three minutes of added time, as indicated by the referee, the teams head into halftime at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno.
So far, Ghana lead Chad 1-0 thanks to Ayew’s goal in the 17th minute.
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The match is entering the final stretch of the first half, where, despite both teams maintaining physical intensity, the pace has slowed, with play consisting of short passes in midfield and few chances in either penalty area.
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A new free kick for Chad, who have pushed forward slightly after the goal in an attempt to equalize the match. However, they have been unable to be precise in the attacking third, with everything being well defended by Ghana.
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A direct free kick awarded to Chad after a strong foul by Ghana midfielder Owusu, who receives the first yellow card of the match.
The hosts tried a set-piece play but were unable to turn it into a serious goal-scoring opportunity.
The hosts tried a set-piece play but were unable to turn it into a serious goal-scoring opportunity.
17 GOAL – JORDAN AYEW
Goooooal for Ghana! Captain Jordan Ayew only had to tap the ball into the net to give the lead to his side, following a low cross from Mohammed Kudus.
This was his 6 goal of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup
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A chance from the corner kick for Ghana, but it was well dealt with by the opposing goalkeeper, who then won a foul for the hosts in their own half while trying to recover the ball. Game still 0-0 after the first 15 minutes of the match.
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Ghana have started with greater control and confidence, while Chad focusses on not conceding any space that could offer clear opportunities to their opponent. Both sides have already had their first attempts on goal, but without any real danger.
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The Matchday 7 clash of Group I in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup kicks off between Chad and Ghana at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno. Follow all the action from this great encounter here on VAVEL.
Match about to begin
The players are now stepping onto the pitch for the pre-match protocols, and the ball is about to start rolling in this Matchday 7 clash of Group I in the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup between Chad and Ghana.
Chad Lineup
The Chad national team will take the field with the following XI at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno:
Mbaynassem; Aziz, Tchouplaou, Daikreo, Michael; Mbangossoum, Allarabaye; Thiam, Damba, Ecua; Tchaouna.
Mbaynassem; Aziz, Tchouplaou, Daikreo, Michael; Mbangossoum, Allarabaye; Thiam, Damba, Ecua; Tchaouna.
Ghana Lineup
The Ghana national team will take the field with the following XI at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno:
Benjamin Asare; Caleb Yorenkyi, Jonas Adjetey, Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, Gideon Mensah, Elisha Owusu, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, Mohammed Kudus, Abdul Samed Salis.
Benjamin Asare; Caleb Yorenkyi, Jonas Adjetey, Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, Gideon Mensah, Elisha Owusu, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, Mohammed Kudus, Abdul Samed Salis.
Pre-match statements – Ghana’s head coach
Otto Addo, head coach of the Ghana national team, spoke ahead of the match about their upcoming opponent:
"We are excited. We know it's going to be tough to play away in Africa. Now, also under these circumstances, it will be different because the players are not used to playing on artificial grass. But let's see, I believe we are mentally prepared. And like i said, the boys look good and sharp on the pitch today. So yeah, I am looking forward to the match."
"We are excited. We know it's going to be tough to play away in Africa. Now, also under these circumstances, it will be different because the players are not used to playing on artificial grass. But let's see, I believe we are mentally prepared. And like i said, the boys look good and sharp on the pitch today. So yeah, I am looking forward to the match."
Match Preview
Today we have an exciting clash between Chad and Ghana, where the hosts will be looking to earn their first points of the qualifiers, while the visitors aim to virtually secure their ticket to the 2026 World Cup, which would be the fifth in their history.
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