The Gambia produced a remarkable comeback to beat Ghana 3-2 in a dramatic 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 29, 2026.
The Black Stars raced into a 2-0 lead. Ernest Nuamah converted a penalty in the 27th minute, and Felix Afena-Gyan curled in a superb free-kick six minutes later.
Gambia responded swiftly. Muhammed Badamosi pulled one back from the spot in the 37th minute, and captain Omar Colley equalized just before half-time to make it 2-2.
In the second half, Ebrima Colley completed the turnaround in the 68th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot home the winner.
The result leaves Gambia top of Group C with a perfect record after two wins, while Ghana sit bottom without a point following consecutive defeats. The Scorpions’ victory marks a major upset in the first competitive meeting between the two sides.
