Black Stars arrive in Libya to face Sudan in crucial AFCON qualifier

The Black Stars have arrived in Benina, Libya, where they are set to face Sudan in a crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.

This will be the second meeting between the two teams, following the first encounter in Accra, on Thursday, October 10, which ended in a 0-0 draw.

Sudan, unable to host games due to ongoing political instability, has chosen Libya as their temporary home venue.

The Ghanaian team departed from Accra on Sunday morning and touched down at Benina International Airport around 6:30 p.m. local time.

They’re now gearing up for this vital encounter as they chase their first win in the qualifiers, with two draws and a defeat in their last three matches.

Ahead of Tuesday’s match, the Black Stars will hold a pre-match training session at the Martyrs of February Stadium on Monday.

A win against Sudan will significantly enhance Ghana’s chances of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco next year.

Ghana are third in Group F with two points – two points behind second placed Sudan and seven points adrift of leaders Angola who are on nine points.

🛬 Touchdown in Libya for the AFCON qualifier against Sudan! #BlackStars | #AFCONQ2025 pic.twitter.com/eiwvfshIGl

— 🇬🇭 Black Stars (@GhanaBlackstars) October 13, 2024