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Ghana, Nigeria suffer stunning defeats in AFCON 2027 qualifying
The Gambia staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Ghana 4-2, while Guinea-Bissau delivered a shock 3-0 victory over Nigeria in Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches.
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West African powerhouses Ghana and Nigeria both stumbled in their bid to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, suffering unexpected defeats that have complicated their campaigns.
The Gambia mounted an impressive second-half comeback to overcome Ghana 4-2 in an entertaining encounter, reversing a deficit to secure a significant victory. The result marked a major upset in the West African qualifying group.
Nigeria's setback proved even more dramatic, with Guinea-Bissau securing a dominant 3-0 triumph despite the Super Eagles fielding seven players from English Premier League clubs. The comprehensive defeat highlights the unpredictability of continental qualifying, where lower-ranked sides have increasingly demonstrated their capacity to trouble established football nations.
The results underscore growing competitiveness across African football, with smaller nations closing the gap on traditional powerhouses. Both Ghana and Nigeria will need to recover quickly as qualifying for the 2027 tournament intensifies, with the shocks serving as a reminder that no team can afford complacency in the demanding AFCON qualification process.