Ghana has so far failed to pick up a win in two group games, drawing with Cameroon and losing to hosts Egypt.
This has left the Black Meteors in a very shaky position, with Egypt and Cameroon having six and four points, respectively.
Speaking after Ghana’s 3-2 loss to Egypt on Monday, Tanko said his side will play to win in the final group game against Mali.
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He was, however, quick to add qualification to the next stage is currently out of Black Meteors’ hands.
According to him, Ghana will need Egypt to do them a favour by defeating Cameroon in the final group game.
“We played a great game but lost in the end, this is football. I congratulate Egypt on qualifying,” the 42-year-old said.
“We will play to win against Mali and hope for a favorable result from Egypt match against Cameroon.”
Ghana will have to beat Mali and hope that Egypt also defeats Cameroon, to hold any chances of qualifying for the semi-finals.
