Mohammed Kudus' Biggest Struggle Continues Despite Assist for Jordan Ayew in Draw with Chad
- Mohammed Kudus' biggest flaw was laid bare in Ghana's World Cup qualifier stalemate against Chad in N'Djamena
- Black Stars' automatic qualification chance for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now complicated after Thursday's disappointing result
- Two crucial Group I games are scheduled to happen on September 4, as Ghana keenly awaits the outcome of these matches
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Ghana’s stalemate with Chad on September 4, 2025, extended Tottenham star Mohammed Kudus’ biggest weakness in the 2025/26 season for both club and country.
The Matchday 7 encounter took place at Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno in N'Djamena. Kudus provided the assist for Ghana’s early lead but is still chasing a major feat in the 2025/26 season.
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The ex-Ajax playmaker lit up the N'Djamena artificial pitch with his skill, weaving past his marker on the right and delivering a precise low cross. Black Stars' captain Ayew’s sharp movement saw him finish effortlessly, handing Otto Addo’s side an early lead in the 17th minute.
However, the Black Stars failed to capitalise on their early lead, registering just two shots on target in 90 minutes, according to Flashscore stats. Celestine Ecua’s brilliant effort in the 89th minute saw Chad secure a dramatic equaliser, leaving the score at 1-1.
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Ghana's chances of picking up the single automatic qualification spot in Group I are now complicated, with the outcome of the Madagascar vs. Central Africa Republic and Mali vs. Comoros matches, which will take place later on Thursday, likely to shake up things in the standings.
Meanwhile, Otto Addo’s side remain top of the group with 16 points from seven matches, while Comoros sit second on 12 points with a game in hand, and Mali are third with 9 points from six matches.
Kudus' goal drought continues
Mohammed Kudus’ skill, flair, and creativity are unquestionable, but his knack for finding the net remains a major concern at present, with the 24-year-old yet to score a goal in the current season.
In matches for Tottenham this season, Mohammed Kudus offered two assists, according to Transfermarkt, with his help for Jordan Ayew in the Chad qualifier taking his assists tally to three for club and national team.
The Ghanaian star shone for Spurs against Burnley, providing key assists that set up Richarlison’s brace in Thomas Frank’s side's 3-0 Premier League opening-day victory before impressing against Manchester City.
As the Black Stars of Ghana prepare to face the Eagles of Mali on September 8 at the Accra Sports Stadium, the Nima-born star will be eager to end his goal drought ahead of his next Premier League outing, a tantalising trip to face his former club West Ham on September 13 at the London Stadium.
How Kudus can shine at Tottenham
YEN.com.gh recently outlined three key factors that could help Mohammed Kudus thrive following his high-profile move from West Ham United this summer.
The Ghanaian has shown flashes of brilliance in his first three games for Spurs, but still has plenty to prove to reach the very top.
Source: YEN.com.gh
