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2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Ghana coach Akonnor shares honest assessment of difficult Ethiopia win

The Black Stars boss reflects on Friday’s slim triumph over the Walias on their attempt to reach Qatar

Ghana coach CK Akonnor admits his team struggled to clinch victory in their 2022 World Cup opener against Ethiopia on Friday.

The Black Star walked away from the Cape Coast Sports Stadium with a slim 1-0 win, thanks to Mubarak Wakaso’s goal, which was ensured by a goalkeeping howler.

The home triumph has sent Ghana top of the table in Group G, where they sit two points clear.

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“We managed to win.