Central African Republic coach Raoul Savoy has issued a warning to Ghana ahead of their crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.
Savoy’s team face Ghana in a must-win match later today to secure qualification for the upcoming tournament in Ivory Coast.
While the Black Stars are considered heavy favourites and only need a draw to confirm their place in the tournament, Savoy has reminded them of his team’s ability to cause upsets. He pointed to a past victory against Nigeria in Abuja as evidence of their potential to defeat stronger opponents.
They beat Nigeria 1-0 in October 2021 in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
“Nigeria never expected us to beat them at home but we did it, so you never know,” Savoy cautioned.
Meanwhile, Ghana coach Chris Hughton says “We [Black Stars] will do everything we can to make it [qualification] happen.”
While a draw would be sufficient to secure qualification for the Black Stars, Hughton emphasised the importance of seizing the opportunity to experience the World Cup.
