Black Stars defeated once again in the Kirin Cup.

The Seoul World Cup Stadium hosted a tense clash between South Korea and Ghana in the Kirin Challenge Cup. For Ghana, it was a chance to bounce back after a 2-0 defeat to Japan. For South Korea, it was about revenge—memories of their 3-2 loss to Ghana at the 2022 World Cup still lingered.

Both teams entered the match with reshuffled lineups. Ghana’s coach, Otto Addo, had to cope without key players like Antoine Semenyo, Mohammed Salisu, and Abu Francis, who left camp due to injuries. In their place, Benjamin Asare started in goal, while Gideon Mensah wore the captain’s armband.

The South Koreans took the lead in the 63rd minute, with the stadium erupting. They went on to have a penalty brilliantly saved by the star’s goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare. Ghana pushed for an equalizer, but the asian side did well to keep their lead.

For Ghana, the defeat was a bitter pill—two losses, no goals, and questions about squad depth. For South Korea, it was sweet revenge and a morale boost ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.