The Black Stars lost 2-0 to Japan in the 2025 Kirin Cup at Toyota Stadium on November 14, 2025.<\/p>\n
The Japanese side started the game by piling pressure on the Black Stars, controlling possession and dominating play.<\/p>\n
Their intensive pressing paid off as Minamino netted the first goal in the first half to cushion his side and ease the tension.<\/p>\n
Kwasi Sibo was heavily overwhelmed in the game as he did not receive support from his midfield partners, which hampered their performance.<\/p>\n
Later in the second half, Doan added a second goal to cement Japan\u2019s lead in the game.<\/p>\n
The likes of Semenyo and Thomas-Asante did not have their best performances and failed to score.<\/p>\n
Abu Francis\u2019 injury has sparked concerns among football fans and the fraternity, raising questions about the needed recovery.<\/p>\n
However, the details of the injury are yet to be made public by the medical team. <\/p>\n
Alidu Seidu and Gideon Mensah were introduced later in the game but could not make much impact to overturn the deficit.<\/p>\n
The team will travel to face South Korea in their second friendly of the tour on November 18, 2025.<\/p>\n
Watch the highlights below:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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