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Ghana vs Niger: Preview and Prediction
Match details
Ghana will face Niger in a crucial 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification match on Wednesday, March 29, 2023.
* Venue: Cape Coast Stadium, Cape Coast, Ghana
* Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
* Time: 7:00 PM WAT / 6:00 PM GMT
Preview
Ghana will be looking to extend their lead at the top of Group E when they host Niger in Cape Coast. The Black Stars have won both of their matches so far, while Niger has lost both of theirs.
Ghana will be without several key players for this match, including Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, and Caleb Ekuban. However, they still have a strong squad, and they will be confident of victory against Niger.
Niger will be hoping to cause an upset and boost their chances of qualifying for the AFCON finals. The Mena have never qualified for the AFCON before, but they will be hoping to make history this year.
Ghana
Ghana is the favorite to win this match. They are ranked 60th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Niger is ranked 120th.
Ghana has a strong record in AFCON qualification. They have qualified for the last eight tournaments, and they have won the competition four times.
Ghana will be looking to Thomas Partey for inspiration. The Arsenal midfielder is one of the best players in Africa, and he will be key to Ghana's chances of success.
Niger
Niger is the underdog in this match. However, they will be hoping to cause an upset and boost their chances of qualifying for the AFCON finals.
Niger has never qualified for the AFCON before, but they have a talented squad, and they will be confident of causing an upset against Ghana.
Niger will be looking to Amadou Moutari for inspiration. The St-Etienne midfielder is one of the best players in Niger, and he will be key to Niger's chances of success.
Prediction
Ghana is the favorite to win this match. However, Niger will be hoping to cause an upset.
The most likely result is a Ghana win. However, Niger could cause an upset if they play to their full potential.
Ghana 2-0 Niger