The Black Satellites came into the game on the back of a 4-0 thumping of Tanzania and a goalless draw against Morocco.
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U-20 AFCON: Ghana advance to quarter-finals despite losing to Gambia
Ghana have progressed to the quarter-finals of the 2021 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations (U-20 AFCON) despite losing to Gambia in their last group game.
U-20 AFCON: Ghana advance to quarter-finals despite losing to Gambia
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However, Karim Zito’s side failed to replicate their form against the Gambians. Having taken an early lead through Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Ghana laboured to keep their opponents at bay.
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Kajally Drammeh draw the Gambians level in the 16th minute, before Lamarana Jallow scored what proved to be the winner before half-time.
The result sees Ghana finish in third place in Group, with Morocco and Gambia finishing first and second, respectively.
Meanwhile, the Black Satellites will now face Group A winners and tournament favourites Cameroon after finishing as one of the third best-placed teams.
Cameroon, though, won all three of their games in Group game, scoring six goals and conceding just once.
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