Nigeria head five qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday, as Ghana are given a lifeline in their bid to reach Morocco.

The Black Stars of Ghana find themselves at the bottom of Group F in the ongoing qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after a stunning turn of events on Thursday, November 14.

The Black Stars’ hopes could be dashed, if Sudan pick up a point against Niger on Thursday, 24 hours before Ghana play. Sudan, who lead Ghana by 5 points and also have a superior head to head and goal difference, only need a point from their final two games to seal qualification.

Three-time continental champions Nigeria were among five sides to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in the penultimate round of fixtures played on Thursday .

Ghana's hopes of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has been handed a huge boost after Niger thumped Sudan to keep Group F wide open.

Niger delivered a dominant performance to secure a resounding 4-0 victory over Sudan in a Group F clash of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Dama Gazelle of Niger showcased their skill on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Stade de Kégué in Togo.

The players of the Black Stars are eager to end their winless run in the Africa Cup of Nations following news of Sudan's defeat ahead of their game against Angola.