Wales score late to extend Ghana’s winless run to six games ahead of World Cup 2026

The friendly encounter at Cardiff City Stadium was seen as an important opportunity for Ghana to build confidence after a difficult run of results, but the team was once again denied victory despite showing encouraging signs.

Wales made a bright start and threatened to take control of the match in the opening stages. The hosts created two dangerous opportunities within the first 15 minutes, but goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi came to Ghana’s rescue with a pair of impressive saves.

His interventions ensured the Black Stars remained level as they gradually settled into the game.

After a cautious first half that ended without a goal, Ghana looked sharper following the interval.

Head coach Carlos Queiroz made several changes, and the substitutions had an immediate impact. One of those introductions, Caleb Yirenkyi, made the most of his opportunity by putting the Black Stars ahead in the 66th minute.

The young midfielder finished from close range after winger Ernest Nuamah created the opening with an incisive attacking move.

Yirenkyi’s goal appeared to put Ghana on course for a much-needed victory, with the Black Stars enjoying greater control as the match progressed.

However, Wales fought back and found a late equaliser to deny Ghana the win, leaving the visitors still searching for their first victory in six matches.

The result means the Black Stars head into the final stages of their World Cup preparations without a win in their last six outings, a run the coaching staff will be eager to end before the tournament begins.

Ghana’s next test comes against Jamaica on June 10 in another key preparatory fixture.

The Black Stars will hope to use that match to regain momentum and finally end the winless run before beginning their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

At the World Cup, Ghana will compete with the likes of Panama, Croatia, and England in Group L.

Source:Fiilasports/ghanasoccernet