How Black Stars players reacted to 3-2 defeat to Portugal

The Black Stars of Ghana fought hard to settle for a 3-2 defeat against Portugal in their first match at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Thursday.

Ghana came into the match with high hopes of beating the Portuguese on a back of a good performance against Switzerland in the Pre-World Cup friendly game but fell short as their opponents dominated play from the blast of the whistle.

The players used social media to send their messages to Ghanaians, thanked them for their immense support, and pleaded to fight more in the second leg against Korea.

"Proud of the team spirit and the unity showed on the pitch, we will prepare for the next game, giving up doesn’t exist in our dictionary," captain Andre Dede Ayew wrote on his Instagram page.

Inaki Williams also spoke about his last-minute slip saying: "There is no time for regrets, there are 2 games left still. Thank you fans for the unconditional support."

Check out the reactions of the Black Stars players below:

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— Abdul Samed ????????⚽️ (@AbdulSamedSali) November 24, 2022

There is no time for regrets, there are 2 games left still... ????

Thank you fans for the unconditional support. ♥️???????? pic.twitter.com/3haQ8M2w6e

— IÑAKI WILLIAMS (@Williaaams45) November 24, 2022

I have noticed my celebration today has generated comments claiming I was disrespectful towards Ronaldo

This is incorrect. I was overcome by the emotion of the moment of scoring for my country on my World Cup debut leading to my celebration.

My upbringing doesn’t permit me

1/2 pic.twitter.com/5MWy0yaql0

— Osman Bukari (@OsmanBukari9) November 24, 2022

We keep pushing!!!????

Appreciate your support always pic.twitter.com/dbn08mnSR4

— Alidu Seidu (@AliduSeidu15) November 25, 2022