By OkayGoal
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has thanked supporters in Takoradi for helping inspire the Black Stars to a 2-0 win over Somalia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier.
Ghana claimed their first victory of the qualifying campaign in Thursdays match at Sekondi Sports Stadium, with the home crowd providing vocal support throughout.
The GFA said the fans enthusiasm created an atmosphere that lifted the team from the opening whistle to the end of the game.
Supporters backed the Black Stars both in the streets and inside the stadium, with the association saying their commitment was felt by the players, technical team and officials.
The GFA described the support as a genuine home advantage and praised the people of Takoradi for standing behind the team in a must-win fixture.
The Black Stars say a big thank you to Takoradi for standing behind the team in a must-win game and for showing what Ghanaian football passion is all about, the GFA said in a statement issued by GFA Communications.
Ghana will face Somalia again on Monday, November 16, 2026, in the return fixture.
The association has called on supporters in Takoradi and elsewhere to attend in large numbers, wearing their colours and bringing the same level of love, energy and passion.
The GFA said it hoped the stadium would be filled once more as the Black Stars seek another victory.