Mubarak Wakaso's goal proved the difference between Ghana and Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations as the black stars won 1 goal to nil.
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Agyemang Badu was brought down in the first half for a penalty, and Wakaso immediately asked for the ball.
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'' It's all about confidence and that is why I asked for the ball. I know I can hit it and I did '', he said after the game.
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Wakaso scored in Ghana's warmup games as well, and all the talk was of seeing Asamoah Gyan probably reneging on his promise not to take spot kicks in open play.
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But the team captain was seen shuffling away from the area of action when the penalty was confirmed by the refree.
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The black stars now have 4 points as they await their last match against Niger Republic.