Black Starlets go to the final and secure a spot in AFCON 2026 after defeating Nigeria
The Ghanaian Black Starlets defeated Nigeria 2-0 on Tuesday night at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium, guaranteeing them a place in the final of the current WAFU B U-17 Championship.
Michael Awuli opened the scoring in the twenty-first minute, giving Prosper Narteh Ogum’s team a good start.
Robinho Yao Gavi put the Starlets firmly in control ten minutes later when he scored a well-taken goal from the outskirts of the box to extend Ghana’s lead.
Solomon Kwame Kesse, the goalie, was instrumental in maintaining Ghana’s lead and holding Nigeria at bay by making critical saves.
The young Ghanaians maintained their dominance after the break, holding on comfortably to seal the win and advance to the final.
The victory sets up a decisive clash against hosts Cote d’Ivoire on Friday, October 3. Ghana will be seeking redemption, having lost 3-0 to the Ivorians in the group stage.
Beyond reaching the final, the result also guarantees Ghana a place at the next U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, their first appearance at the continental tournament since 2017.
