Ghana 1-0 Mali: EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS - 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Ghana took a big step towards qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 home win over Mali. Alexander Djiku scored the only goal for the Black Stars in the 49th minute in Accra after Mali goalkeeper Djigui Diarra failed to gather Jordan Ayew's inswinging corner. Mali, who needed a win to keep alive their own hopes of automatic qualification, dominated the final half hour but could not find a way back into the game against a resolute home defence. Victory meant Ghana moved on to 19 points and restored their three-point lead at the top of Group I before the final two rounds of fixtures next month.