{"id":4981,"date":"2025-07-15T10:57:12","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T07:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/?p=4981"},"modified":"2025-07-15T10:57:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T07:57:13","slug":"awcon-ghana-crush-tanzania-4-1-in-round-3-clash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/tz\/news\/awcon-ghana-crush-tanzania-4-1-in-round-3-clash\/","title":{"rendered":"AWCON: Ghana Crush Tanzania 4-1 in Round 3 Clash"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Football fans across Tanzania witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions as the Tanzania Women\u2019s National Team faced Ghana in the third round of the Africa Women\u2019s Cup of Nations (AWCON)<\/strong> qualifiers. Despite a spirited performance, the Twiga Stars succumbed to a 4-1 defeat, highlighting both their promise and areas for improvement as they chase continental glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, we break down this electrifying match for our Tanzanian readers, with key moments, player highlights, and what it all means moving forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Half: A Game of Early Strikes and Swift Responses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The game got off to a high-energy start. Ghana seized the initiative early, drawing first blood in the 12th minute through Priscilla Adubea<\/strong>, who slotted home clinically to put the Black Queens ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the Twiga Stars were not to be intimidated. In the 41st minute, Tanzania equalized courtesy of Salome Athumani<\/strong>, assisted brilliantly by Enekia Lunyamila<\/strong>, sending Tanzanian fans into a frenzy. The first half closed with the score locked at 1-1, leaving hope alive for a Tanzanian upset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Second Half: Ghana\u2019s Dominance Seals the Deal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second half saw Ghana shift gears. In the 55th minute, Grace Asantewaa<\/strong> restored Ghana\u2019s lead with a fine strike, making it 2-1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just eight minutes later, a crucial penalty was awarded to Ghana. Justice Kusi<\/strong> converted from the spot in the 63rd minute, extending the Black Queens\u2019 lead to 3-1, a turning point that deflated Tanzanian momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite Tanzania\u2019s tactical substitutions\u2014Janeth Pangamwene<\/strong> and Aisha Omary<\/strong> coming on in the 71st minute\u2014Ghana continued to press.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the closing minutes, Evelyn Badu<\/strong> found the net in the 87th minute after a clever assist from Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah<\/strong>, pushing the scoreline to 3-1. As if to hammer the final nail, Boye-Hlorkah<\/strong> scored herself in the 90th minute, assisted by Sandra Nyamekye<\/strong>, sealing an emphatic 4-1 victory for Ghana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tanzanian Stars Who Shone Bright<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the scoreline may look harsh, Tanzania\u2019s squad showcased undeniable talent and resilience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n