{"id":144273,"date":"2025-09-09T14:40:07","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T14:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/144273\/"},"modified":"2025-09-09T14:40:07","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T14:40:07","slug":"here-are-black-stars-player-ratings-after-world-cup-qualifier-against-mali","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/144273\/","title":{"rendered":"Here are Black Stars\u2019 player ratings after World Cup qualifier against Mali"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Black Stars put on a spirited display in their clash with Mali during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on September 8, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium.<\/p>\n

The Black Stars are now on top of their group with 19 points after beating Mali on matchday 8.<\/p>\n

From goalkeeping to attack, the players fought to grind out a result and keep the World Cup qualification dream alive.<\/p>\n

Here are GhanaWeb’s Benjamin Sackey’s player ratings after the game.<\/p>\n

Goalkeeper Benjamin Asare (6\/10) once again showed his authority and composure in the box, organizing the defense and making crucial saves to keep a clean sheet.<\/p>\n

In defense, Alexander Djiku (7\/10) brought leadership to the area and made vital blocks in and around the penalty box to prevent Mali from scoring a goal. He also scored the only goal to secure Ghana’s victory.<\/p>\n

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Jonas Adjetey (6\/10) maintained his momentum and composure despite picking a yellow card, displaying his defensive qualities under pressure.<\/p>\n

Mohammed Salisu (6\/10), the AS Monaco defender, was solid at the back, making timely tackles to deny the opponents a goal.<\/p>\n

Caleb Yirenkyi (7\/10), the right wing-back was a bit shaky in the early stages but grew into the game with his defensive and offensive skills, linking up well with Kudus Mohammed on the flanks.<\/p>\n

Kwasi Sibo (7\/10), the Real Oviedo midfielder, showed his footballing prowess, stabilizing the midfield and helping defensively. For his debut game, Sibo’s performance was applauded by many.<\/p>\n

Thomas Partey (6\/10) provided the team with control but couldn’t dominate the midfield completely.<\/p>\n

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Kudus Mohammed (7\/10), the Tottenham Hotspur attacker, displayed his quality with dribbling and creativity that troubled the Mali defense.<\/p>\n

Antoine Semenyo (5\/10), the Bournemouth striker, had a tough time in the game, squandering chances that came his way, and was substituted in the second half.<\/p>\n

Jordan Ayew (6\/10), the Black Stars captain, once again showed his leadership and quality by holding up play and providing an assist for Djiku’s winning goal with a pinpoint corner.<\/p>\n

The 1-0 win over Mali has placed Ghana in the lead in Group I with 19 points, while Madagascar follows with 16 points.<\/p>\n

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