A keeper’s game: Asare, Mpasi shine under the bar
· Hindustan Times
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- • Ghana's Benjamin Asare impressed in a 0-0 draw against England with brilliant goalkeeping.
- • DR Congo's Mpasi also shone despite a loss, making Ghana the fifth African nation to achieve clean sheets.
- • Asare's performance is a remarkable rise, as he wasn't even considered for the national team until March.
Context
Ghana's Benjamin Asare had a strong performance in a 0-0 draw against England, making impressive saves. DR Congo's Mpasi also had a notable game despite his team losing. Asare's skills were on display as he helped his team achieve a clean sheet.
A clean sheet in the first two World Cup matches is a rare feat for African nations, with only four countries accomplishing this before Ghana, including Cameroon, Morocco, and Nigeria.
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