Former Premier League and Ghana boss Chris Hughton all but out of Afcon after ‘most unnecessary mistake ever seen’

GHANA are heading out of the Africa Cup of Nations thanks to a baffling gaffe from goalkeeper Richard Ofori.

The Black Stars are set to exit at the group stage after failing to win in three matches against Cape Verde, Egypt and Mozambique.

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Richard Ofori had a moment to forget against Mozambique[/caption]

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Reinildo Mandava’s late equaliser means Ghana are heading out of Afcon[/caption]

Ghana’s head coach Chris Hughton looks on during the game against MozambiqueAP

They were minutes away from picking up a vital three points against Mozambique and would have done so if not for a big blunder from Ofori.

Former West Ham star Jordan Ayew scored twice from the penalty spot to give Ghana a 2-0 lead, before Geny Catamo pulled one back from 12 yards in stoppage time.

That meant there was time for late heartbreak as Reinildo Mandava jumped highest at the back post to steer a header into the top corner to equalise.

However Mozambique only won the corner thanks to an incredible lapse in concentration from Ofori, who plays for Orlando Pirates in South Africa.

Mozambique star Mexer sliced an effort from outside the box that was bouncing harmlessly out of play – before Ofori intervened.

The keeper appeared to try to catch the ball before being caught in two minds, leading him to instead palm out the ball for a corner.

Fans could scarcely believe what they were watching as one reacted saying: “This tournament is quality.”

Another added: “The most unnecessary mistake ever seen.”

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A third wrote: “Should have caught it to be certain. Zero situational awareness displayed here.”

And another commented: “The way he puts his hands up too I’m crying man”

Pressure is now mounting on Ghana boss Chris Hughton who has overseen just four wins from 13 games.

Ghana were expected to qualify from their Afcon group as the 11th ranked African side in the world, while they are 50 places above Mozambique in the world rankings.

Meanwhile Mo Salah’s injury which he picked up playing for Egypt has now been revealed to be far worse than first thought.