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Black Stars player ratings vs Wales: Baba Rahman 3/10, Jonas Adjetey 7, Yirenkyi 7.5

Edem Kwame
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The Black Stars of Ghana were denied a late victory as Wales struck in the 93rd minute to secure a 1-1 draw in a pre-World Cup international friendly in Cardiff.

Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi gave Ghana the lead in the second half, finishing off a rebound created by a strong run from Ernest Nuamah. However, substitute Charlie Koumas equalised deep into stoppage time to rescue a draw for the hosts.

Wales started strongly, dominating possession and creating early chances, with Lawrence Ati-Zigi producing key saves while another effort struck the crossbar. Ghana also posed a threat through Jordan Ayew, Kamaldeen Sulemana, and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku in a competitive opening spell.

After the break, Ghana grew into the game and eventually took the lead through Yirenkyi, capitalising on sustained pressure. The Black Stars appeared set to claim victory, but late Welsh pressure changed the outcome in stoppage time.

Brandon Thomas-Asante missed a late counterattack opportunity before Wales found the equaliser in the 93rd minute to end the match 1-1.

Black Stars Player Ratings (vs Wales)

Player

Rating

Lawrence Ati-Zigi

7/10

Caleb Yirenkyi

7.5/10

Gideon Mensah

7/10

Jonas Adjetey

7/10

Marvin Senaya

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7/10

Jerome Opoku

5/10

Fatawu Issahaku

5/10

Jordan Ayew

5/10

Benjamin Asare

5/10

Kwasi Sibo

5/10

Elisha Owusu

5/10

Kamaldeen Sulemana

4/10

Thomas Partey

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4/10

Brandon Thomas-Asante

4/10

Prince Kwabena Adu

4/10

Christopher Bonsu Baah

4/10

Abdul Mumin

4/10

Alidu Seidu

4/10

Inaki Williams

4/10

Baba Rahman

3/10

Edem Kwame

Edem Kwame is a journalist at GH News Media covering sports and national developments in Ghana.

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