2019 AFCON: Akufo-Addo applauds Black Stars for qualifying to knockout stage
3rd July 2019
President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has congratulated the Blacks for reaching the Round of 16 at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
Ghana guaranteed qualification to the knockout stage of the competition after beating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in their final Group game on Tuesday.
The result sees the four-time winners top Group F on goal difference ahead of Cameroon who played out barren draw with Benin other simultaneous kick-off in Ismailia.
Ghana will face the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia in a mouthwatering last 16 tie on Monday.
“Congratulations to the Black Stars for their victory over Guinea Bissau and topping Group F. Best of luck in the Round of 16 match against Tunisia. Let’s end the AFCON trophy drought this year. ??????“ Akufo-Addo said in a tweet.