A dramatic game in African Cup Group C got decided by a late header from Andre Ayew in the 83rd minute as the Black Stars recovered from a goal down to beat South Africa 2-1.
An opening day loss to Senegal had put Ghana’s entire campaign in jeopardy; but an extremely late goal from skipper Gyan in the game against Algeria put the team back in contention for a last eight slot. The only requirement being a win against a South African side that have so far proved to be the whipping boys of the group.
Yet it was the Bafana Bafana who took an early lead through Mandla Masango. A ball was not sufficiently cleared and fell to Masongo, who hit a one time dipping volley that left Ghana goalkeeper Razak Brimah stranded.
The lead deflated an otherwise adventurous Stars’ side, giving South Africa a foothold in a game hitherto controlled by Ghana. The Stars continued to attack on occasion though, winning countless corners which inexplicably were wasted without any threat to South Africa.