Ghana’s clash with Angola took an unexpected turn after Gideon Mensah’s unfortunate error led to Angola’s equalizer. The game, which had been a tightly contested battle, saw Ghana’s defense momentarily falter, allowing Angola to seize their opportunity and level the score.

As the pressure mounted and Angola pushed for a decisive lead, Abdul Manaf stepped up as Ghana’s savior. In a nail-biting moment, Manaf made a spectacular and crucial save to deny Angola’s would-be winner, preserving Ghana’s hopes despite being 1-1 at a challenging juncture of the game.

With the Black Stars fighting to stay in the match, Manaf’s resilience and quick reflexes provided a lifeline, ensuring the team stayed competitive in this high-stakes encounter.