World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Ghana Dominate Madagascar with a 3:0 Victory to Extend Group Lead

• Thomas Partey opened the scoring for Ghana with a powerful header from Jordan Ayew’s expert delivery
• Ayew once again provided a pinpoint corner, this time finding Partey, who doubled his tally with another header
• Black Stars of Ghana now consolidate their position as Group I leaders with 15 points after six games

Ghana strengthened their grip on the top spot with a commanding 3-0 win over Madagascar, displaying excellence in both attack and defense.

The Black Stars made an early statement, with Thomas Partey breaking the deadlock in the 9th minute.

Skipper Jordan Ayew delivered a precise cross from a freekick, finding Thomas Partey in the box.

The Arsenal midfielder outjumped his marker and powered a header past the Malagasy goalkeeper, handing Ghana an early lead.

Despite sustained pressure from the Black Stars, the first half ended with just a single goal separating the two teams, as Madagascar failed to break through Ghana’s solid defense.

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After the break, Ghana maintained their momentum, controlling possession and pressing high up the pitch.

In the 53rd minute, Jordan Ayew delivered another pinpoint corner, perfectly picking out Thomas Partey in the box.

The Arsenal midfielder rose high and expertly directed his header past the helpless goalkeeper, doubling Ghana’s advantage.

Just five minutes later, the Black Stars put the game beyond reach with a third goal. Ayew, once again the creator, sliced through the defense with a brilliant through ball to Mohammed Kudus.

The West Ham United star controlled it effortlessly before coolly slotting past the keeper, sealing a dominant victory for Ghana.

The victory strengthened Ghana’s grip on the top spot, extending their lead to five points.

With a dominant display and ruthless finishing, the Black Stars made a bold statement to their rivals, reaffirming their determination to advance to the next stage.

Source: YEN.com.gh