Ghana Reaches World Cup Knockouts Despite 2-1 Croatia Loss, First Time Since 2010
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Updated · ESPN · Jun 27
Ghana Reaches World Cup Knockouts Despite 2-1 Croatia Loss, First Time Since 2010
3 articles · Updated · ESPN · Jun 27
Summary
Four points already banked sent Ghana into the World Cup knockout stage before Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Croatia, ending a 16-year wait for a return since 2010.
Results elsewhere guaranteed Ghana would still rank above at least four third-placed teams even with a loss, preserving their path into the round of 32.
Croatia's win still mattered for the group standings, with Croatia advancing as well after finishing second in Group L.
Africa's strong tournament run continued around Ghana, with Cape Verde reaching the knockouts and South Africa setting up a last-32 meeting with Canada.
Only Tunisia is already out after three losses, while Algeria and DR Congo remain alive, leaving Africa with a chance to send as many as nine teams through.