France, Aug. 2 -- Ghana, who dispatched tournament debutants Cape Verde 2-0 on 29 July, go into the Group D tie in Casablanca with a chance to reach the quarter-finals at the competition.

Cameroon also won their pool opener, beating Mali 2-1 and could also qualify for the second phase with a victory at the Stade Moulay Rachid.

"With respect to Cape Verde, playing against Cameroon is going to be one level up," said Bjorkegren.

"We're going to play against a good Cameroon team that has experienced players and quality."

The 44-year-old Swede added: "But I also know when the opponent is more difficult to play against, it also normally means that we are a better Ghana." 'We step up when tested'

Bjorkegren, who took over in January 2025 fr...