Ghana gets its first win at the World Cup after defeating South Korea in five-goal thriller

Ghana has boosted its chances of reaching the Round of 16 at the 2022 World Cup after defeating South Korea today, November 28.

Ghana, who lost their opening group game 3-2 to Portugal, led 2-0 at halftime courtesy of goals from Southampton defender Mohammed Salisu and Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus.

Two stunning headers in three minutes from Cho Gue-sung, a top-scorer in his domestic league, leveled the game after 61 minutes.

Kudus’ low left-footed goal in the 68th minute sailed out of the reach of goalkeeper Kim Seung-Gyu to put the Black Stars in the lead again in a heart-stopping contest.

Goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi preserved Ghana’s victory despite several attempts by the Koreans before full time.

Ghana, who are now second in Group H after picking up 3 points from the match against the Asian team, will face Uruguay in their last group game while South Korea will have a showdown with Portugal.