Two strikes in the second half ensured that Ghana beat Togo 2-0 on Tuesday in a friendly international played at London's Griffin Park.

Ghana captain, Stephen Appiah inspired the Black Stars to victory as he created both goals.

The Black Stars scored the the first goal on the hourmark, after Appiah skipped past one defender before teeing up forward Razak Pimpong to drive home from 12 yards.

Ghana held onto the lone goal lead until regulation time substitute, Alex Tachie-Mensah converted Appiah's pinpoint cross from the left to give the scoreline a more credible look.

Ghana fielded a strong line-up, including several players who performed at the recent World Cup finals in Germany.

The game was the first for both nations after their participation in the World Cup hosted by Germany.

For the Hawks, a win over the Black Stars would have certainly confirmed their dominance over Ghana in recent times after beating the Black Stars 1-0 in a pre-African Cup of Nations friendly.

But for stand-in Ghana coach, Silas Tetteh, it was sweet victory after taking over Ratomir Dujkovic.

The game was the first major assignment for the former Black Stars assistant coach since the departure of the Serbian coach.

By this result, Ghana are expected to improve her position on the FIFA/Coca-Cola World ranking table to be released on Wednesday.

The Black Stars' recent impressive performance has contributed immensely to Ghana's ascendancy on the ranking table.

The Black Stars shot an impressive 23 places up in the FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking to occupy 25th position after an admirable performances at the recent 2006 FIFA World Cup.

Ghana line up: Richard Kingston, John Paintsil/Dan Quaye, Isaah Ahmed, Shilla Illiasu, Habib Mohammed, Laryea Kingston/ Haminu Dramani, Michael Essien, Stephen Appiah, Sulley Muntari, Matthew Amoah/Alex Techie-Menson, Razak Pimpong/Derek Boateng