In a thrilling showdown at the Cape Coast Stadium, Forward Mukarama Abdulai rose to prominence, securing gold for Ghana in women’s football at the 2023 African Games with a breathtaking winner against Nigeria.
The match, pulsating with energy, witnessed Abdulai’s exceptional strike finding the back of the net during the first half of extra time, igniting wild celebrations among the fans. Nigeria, entering the fray unbeaten and yet to concede a goal in the tournament, grabbed an early lead in the 23rd minute courtesy of Edeh Njideka, capitalizing on a lapse by Ghana’s goalkeeper Afi Amenyeku.
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Undeterred, Ghana showcased resilience and grit, leveling the score in the 77th minute with a goal from Tracey Twum. With the game deadlocked at the end of regulation time, both teams braced for extra time. It was then that Abdulai seized the spotlight, scoring the decisive goal in the 98th minute to clinch the coveted gold medal for Ghana. Her redemption from prior scrutiny was palpable as chants of her name reverberated through the electric atmosphere of the packed stadium.
This triumph marked a significant milestone for Ghana, toppling Nigeria and etching their name in the annals of African Games history.
