Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations came to an end after an 8-6 aggregate defeat to Zambia following the conclusion of their playoff tie.
After a thrilling 6-6 draw in the first leg in Cape Coast on Tuesday, Ghana travelled for the return fixture, needing a strong performance to keep their qualification dream alive.
Despite their efforts, they fell to a 2-0 defeat away from home, allowing Zambia to progress.
The high-scoring stalemate in the opening encounter had set up a finely balanced contest, showcasing Ghana’s attacking potential but also exposing defensive vulnerabilities.
In the decisive second leg, Zambia capitalised on their chances while maintaining defensive discipline to secure victory and book their place in the tournament.
