VIDEO:Black Stars put aside GFA trouble to hold Iceland
Kweku Zurek Sports News 1 minute read
The Black Stars put aside concerns about the dissolution of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Iceland in an international friendly match at the Laugardalsvöllur Stadium on Thursday evening.
The Stars also defeated another World Cup-bound side Japan 2-0 last week and coach Kwasi Appiah would be delighted about the result after coming from behind.
Aberdeen midfielder Kari Arnason handed the host a 6th-minute lead converting from a corner kick.
Augsburg forward Alfred Finnbogason headed home a rebound from close range to make it 2-0 on the stroke of halftime.
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However, Stars improved after the break and got just reward when Young Boys defender Kassim Nuhu pulled a goal back in the 61st minute after pouncing on a loose ball in the penalty box.
Atletico Madrid player and Stars Captain of the day Thomas Partey grabbed an equaliser in the 87th minute from Frank Acheampong's low cross.
Watch highlights of the game below;