In a thrilling match on Monday night, Jordan Ayew, playing for Ghana from England, emerged as the hero by scoring a hat-trick, leading his country to a sensational 4-3 victory over Central African Republic.
The crucial Round 4 clash in Group I of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place at Ghana’s Baba Yara Sports Stadium, setting the stage for an electrifying encounter.
Ayew wasted no time putting his team on the board with a coolly converted penalty in the 5th minute, after a foul on Abdul Fatawu Issahaku in the box.
Despite taking an early lead, the Black Stars struggled to maintain control, allowing the visitors to rally and take a 2-1 lead before halftime, thanks to two goals from striker Louis Mafouta.
However, Ayew’s determination and experience shone through in the second half as he scored a powerful header in the 60th minute and a clinical finish from close range in the 69th minute to complete his stunning hat-trick. His performance inspired Ghana to a spirited comeback. Abdul Fatawu Issahaku scored another goal to secure the victory for Ghana.
This memorable win propels the Black Stars to the top of the Group I standings in the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, driven by Jordan Ayew’s heroic display.
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