Ghana’s national futsal side has left Accra for Lusaka as preparations intensify for the return leg of the 2026 CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The Black Stallions head into the encounter with everything still to fight for after an action-packed first leg ended all square.
That opening match, played at the Cape Coast Sports Hall, produced a breathtaking 6-6 draw that kept qualification finely balanced.
Both teams traded goals in a contest marked by quick transitions, set-piece efficiency, and late drama.
Ghana struck first and twice regained the lead, but Zambia consistently found answers to stay in the contest.
After the interval, the momentum swung repeatedly as neither side managed to hold onto a decisive advantage.
The Black Stallions looked on course for victory at 6-4 late on, only for Zambia to force parity with a late surge.
With 12 goals already on the board, expectations are high for another intense showdown in Lusaka.
Ghana will fine-tune tactics and sharpen execution during their final sessions in the Zambian capital.
The aggregate winner after Friday’s clash will secure a ticket to the 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations.
