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  • Video: See highlights of Ghana’s 1-2 defeat to Nigeria in the finals of WAFU Zone B Championship

    Video: See highlights of Ghana’s 1-2 defeat to Nigeria in the finals of WAFU Zone B Championship

    The Black Satellites of Ghana finished as runners-up in the WAFU Zone B Championship after falling to the Flying Eagles of Nigeria in the final.

    The decisive match took place at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé, Togo, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, where Nigeria claimed victory with a score of 2-1.

    Throughout the match, Nigeria displayed superior performance, with Kparobo Arierhi netting the first goal in the 35th minute. He capitalised on well-executed team play, leaving the Ghanaian defence in disarray.

    Just before halftime, Arierhi struck again, doubling Nigeria’s lead and sending them into the break with a comfortable two-goal advantage.

    In the second half, the Black Satellites increased their intensity in search of a goal. Despite their efforts, the Nigerian defense held firm against their advances. However, in the 76th minute, Jerry Afriyie managed to break through and score for Ghana, reigniting hopes for a comeback.

    Ultimately, Ghana was unable to equalise, and the match concluded with Nigeria winning 2-1.

    Despite the loss, Ghana secured a spot in the 2025 Africa Under-20 Championship by defeating Ivory Coast in the tournament’s semi-final. Additionally, Jerry Afriyie was recognized as the best player of the championship.

  • Our goal is to play at 2025 U-20 World Cup – Black Satellites

    Our goal is to play at 2025 U-20 World Cup – Black Satellites

    Head coach of the Black Satellites, Desmond Ofei, has set his sights on guiding Ghana to the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.

    Ofei took over as head coach of the Satellites in September 2023, succeeding Samuel Boadu, whom he had served as assistant for nine months.

    At 36 years old, Ofei believes that the team has the necessary quality to secure a spot in the next edition of the U-20 World Cup.

    “Personally it’s day by day, step by step, and competition by competition. For us, the most important competition now is the WAFU because we really want to partake in the next World Cup which takes place in 2025.”

    “We still have a lot of work to do. Now we have a good base and we can build on it. The next objective is the WAFU in October. We will prepare well and scout extensively to get all the hidden gems to come and help the team progress to the World Cup,” he said.

    Ofei’s tenure began successfully as he led the team to victory in the African Games, where they secured the gold medal by defeating Uganda in the final.

    This achievement marked Ghana’s first gold medal in the African Games since 2011 in Maputo, where they also emerged victorious.

    “We are very proud of this achievement. We are happy we added an extra gold to the country’s tally,” Ofei told 3Sports as he talked about his success.

    “I need some good rest. It’s been intense. It’s my first time working in Africa on this level. It’s not easy because I coach with passion and give everything. It took a lot but now I have to go back and get enough energy. I have to get back with my family; my wife and kids.”

    Despite Ghana’s recent gold medal win at the African Games, Desmond Ofei, the head coach of the Black Satellites, is focused on an even bigger goal: qualifying for the U-20 World Cup. Ghana’s last appearance in this competition was in 2005, and Ofei is determined to change that.

    At 36 years old, Ofei believes that the team has the necessary quality to secure a spot in the next edition of the U-20 World Cup.

    “Personally it’s day by day, step by step, and competition by competition. For us, the most important competition now is the WAFU because we really want to partake in the next World Cup which takes place in 2025,” he added.

    “We still have a lot of work to do. Now we have a good base and we can build on it. The next objective is the WAFU in October. We will prepare well and scout extensively to get all the hidden gems to come and help the team progress to the World Cup.”

  • Jose Mourinho is Black Satellites coach Desmond Ofei’s role model

    Jose Mourinho is Black Satellites coach Desmond Ofei’s role model

    Coach of the Black Satellites, Desmond Ofei, has revealed Jose Mourinho, the former manager of Chelsea and AS Roma, as his inspiration.

    Ofei’s remarks came after guiding Ghana’s U-20 team to victory at the 13th African Games.

    In the championship match held at the Accra Sports Stadium, the Satellites secured a hard-earned 1-0 triumph over Uganda, with Jerry Afriyie netting the decisive goal.

    During an interview, Ofei, who received training in Belgium, praised the current work of Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi but credited the legendary Portuguese coach as his mentor.

    He hailed Mourinho, the former coach of Real Madrid and Manchester United, as the greatest coach of all time.

    “At the moment, Roberto de Zerbi is doing a wonderful job at Brighton but for me, it is Jose Mourinho,” he told Asempa FM, as monitored by Footballghana.com.

    “He has managed big characters and always brings the best out of his players. Jose Mourinho is my coaching role model and for me, he is the best coach,” he added.

  • We are hungry to deliver – Black Satellites coach on African Games

    We are hungry to deliver – Black Satellites coach on African Games

    Coach of the Black Satellites, Desmond Offei, has made a confident statement ahead of the Africa Games.

    Ghana’s U20 team is set to begin their campaign on Friday against Congo in Group A at the Accra Sports Stadium, followed by matches against The Gambia and Benin.

    Despite Ghana’s recent struggles at youth tournaments, failing to qualify for the Africa U20 Cup of Nations since 2021, Offei expressed his team’s hunger and readiness to perform for the nation at the Africa Games.

    “There’s no pressure. We are fully prepared and we really have a good squad and the boys are ready and hungry so we don’t feel any pressure,” he said at the pre-match presser.

    “Our motivation is that we are the host country and that’s enough motivation for us. Secondly, we are Ghana, we are very hungry and ready to deliver. We just have to showcase our abilities and represent the country as best as we can,” he added.

    In the group’s other game, Benin will face the Gambia on Friday.

  • See list of Black Satellites final squad for 13th African Games Men’s Football Competition

    See list of Black Satellites final squad for 13th African Games Men’s Football Competition

    Head Coach Desmond Ofei has unveiled the 20-man squad that will proudly represent Ghana at the 13th African Games’ Men’s Football Competition in Accra in 2023.

    Asamoah Kuffour, a center-back, has been named the captain of the National U20 team for the tournament, scheduled to take place from March 8 to March 23, 2024.

    The squad consists of three goalkeepers, six defenders, five midfielders, three wingers, and three strikers.

    Ghana’s campaign will commence on Friday, March 8, 2024, against Congo, followed by a match against Gambia on March 12, 2024, in Group A.

    The Black Satellites will then face Benin in their final group match on March 15, 2024.

    All three group stage games will be held at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    See the full squad below:

  • Nii Odartey Lamptey named as Black Satellites assistant coach

    Nii Odartey Lamptey named as Black Satellites assistant coach


    Former Ghanaian forward Nii Odartey Lamptey     has been appointed as the assistant coach for the national U20 team, known as the Black Satellites.

    The ex-FIFA U17 World Cup champion will serve as the deputy to Desmond Offei, following the departure of Samuel Boadu from his role as the U20 team’s coach.

    Lamptey brings a wealth of experience in talent development, having held various roles and also served as the head coach of his own GlowLamp Academy.

    In his new role, he will collaborate with Fatawu Salifu, who will serve as the second assistant coach for the U20 team.

    Nii Odartey Lamptey had a successful playing career with various clubs, including Anderlecht, Aston Villa, PSV Eindhoven, Coventry City, Boca Juniors, Ankaraguchu, Shangdon Luneng, Greuther Fürth, and União Leiria.

    He notably led Ghana to victory in the 1991 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Italy, where he was also named the FIFA Best Player of the tournament.

    Lamptey represented Ghana at the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, the 1993 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Australia, as well as the 1992, 1994, and 1996 Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.

  • Desmond Offei appointed Black Satellites head coach

    Desmond Offei appointed Black Satellites head coach

    Desmond Offei has assumed the role of Head Coach for the Black Satellites, bringing with him extensive coaching experience.

    At 35 years old, Desmond holds a UEFA A (Level 4) coaching license and boasts a significant coaching background. His previous roles include serving as the U-18 Head Coach and U-21 Coach at Royal Antwerp FC, where he succeeds Samuel Boadu, who briefly led the team.

    Desmond Offei has also held positions as the Head Coach for Lokeren U-21 and Lusitano SAD.

    Presently, he plays a vital role within the Technical Directorate of the Ghana Football Association, spearheading high-performance initiatives.

    Over the past nine months, he has worked as an assistant coach alongside former coach Samuel Boadu. Desmond Offei’s coaching and scouting experience extends beyond Ghana, encompassing countries such as Belgium, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa.

    He is joined in his coaching endeavors by two accomplished figures in Ghanaian football. Nii Ordartey Lamptey, a former Ghanaian International player with a distinguished career spanning from 1990 to 2008, has become part of the coaching staff.

    Additionally, Salifu Fatawu, a former coach of FC Tanga and Swedru All Blacks, is part of the coaching team. Salifu previously collaborated with Karim Zito to secure gold in the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Mauritania in 2021.

  • Mark Adu Amofah advises footballers to seek legal advice before signing contracts

    Mark Adu Amofah advises footballers to seek legal advice before signing contracts

    Former Asante Kotoko forward, Mark Adu Amofah, emphasized the importance of footballers seeking legal advice before, during, and after signing their contracts.

    The former Black Satellites and Meteors player believes that understanding the legal aspects of contracts is crucial for a smooth transition from amateur to professional level.

    He highlighted that many footballers focus solely on signing the contract and the signing-on fee they will receive, without paying adequate attention to the legal obligations within the agreement.

    Adu Amofah pointed out that this lack of attention to legalities can lead to contract terminations before their due dates or even result in players resorting to the Court of Arbitration (CAS) to resolve disputes.

    As a veteran player based in the United States, he advised footballers to involve individuals with expertise in legal matters or hire a lawyer who can guide them and explain the legal terms involved in their contracts.

    This proactive approach will help footballers protect their interests and ensure a smoother and more informed contractual journey throughout their careers.

    “Most footballers are only focused on the signing on fee and earning their wages but do not pay attention to the legal clauses that the club could stand on and terminate your contract without you earning a penny.

    Any contract for a player to sign, there should be a legal representative for the player”, he said.

    “These clubs have lawyers who add legal clauses in contracts to favour them should the club decide to terminate your contract and leave you with nothing. Also, players should take on the club if they also fail to honour their part of the contract”

    “I will advise every footballer to seek the help of an attorney or lawyer. You don’t wait until you get to play at the professional level. Guiding the young one’s about what and how to sign a contract broadens the scope of understanding the implications of signing a contract with clauses that shape their careers ‘, he added.

    Adu Amofah played for Asante Kotoko from 2006 to 2007 where he featured in the CAF Champions League and also played for Ghana’s U20 and U23 teams.

    He is the founder of Unique Sports Talent Worldwide and AA Sports International, a non-profit organization.

  • Black Satellites exit WAFU B Cup of Nations after draw with Ivory Coast

    Black Satellites exit WAFU B Cup of Nations after draw with Ivory Coast

    A 1-1 tie with host nation Côte d’Ivoire in their final Group A encounter at the Champroux Stadium has shown Ghana the exit.

    Ghana’s U-20 national football team, the Black Satellites, was eliminated from the group stages of the 2023 WAFU Zone B Boys U-20 Cup of Nations today.

    The team of Samuel Baodu needed to win in order to advance to the semifinals, but they were unable to do so.

    Their campaign got off to a difficult start as they conceded an early lead and settled for a 1-1 draw against Niger in their opening game.

    Ghana’s hopes of moving on were made more difficult with a 2-0 loss to Burkina Faso in their second game.

    Ghana failed to achieve the desired outcome in the pivotal Group A match against Côte d’Ivoire, ultimately settling for a 1-1 draw. They failed to go to the semifinals as a result, and the tournament eliminated them.

    Burkina Faso defeated Niger 2-0 in the other Group A match, taking first place in the division with a total of 9 points.

    In the other Group A encounter, Burkina Faso triumphed over Niger with a 2-0 victory, finishing atop the group with a total of 9 points.

    Côte d’Ivoire secured the second spot with 4 points, while Ghana settled for third place with 2 points.

    Niger ended their campaign at the bottom of the group, earning a single point.

  • WAFU U20 Boys Tournament: Ghana to face Ivory Coast, Niger

    WAFU U20 Boys Tournament: Ghana to face Ivory Coast, Niger

    The 2023 WAFU Zone B U20 Boys Cup of Nations tournament’s draw placed the Ghana U20 squad, the Black Satellites, in Group A.

    On April 17, at the WAFU Zone B headquarters in Abidjan, the draw for the second iteration of the competition took place.

    Ghana was placed in Group A after the draw and will compete there alongside the host nation, Ivory Coast, Niger, and Burkina Faso.

    “Ghana will play Cote D’Ivoire, Burkian Faso, and Niger in the Group A of the WAFU B U-20 Boys Cup of Nations Cote D’Ivoire 2023.

    “The pairings were revealed during the draw on Monday, April 17, 2023, in Abidjan,” the Ghana Football Association (GFA) confirmed in a communique on Monday afternoon.

    Meanwhile, Nigeria, Benin, and Togo have been drawn into Group B.

    The WAFU Zone B Boys championship is slated for Cote D’Ivoire from July 7-21, 2023.

  • Black Satellites: Samuel Boadu gives spot to Peter Amewu’s son

    Black Satellites: Samuel Boadu gives spot to Peter Amewu’s son

    Israel Amewu, a winger for Tema City FC, has received a last-minute call-up from Black Satellites head coach Samuel Boadu.

    One of the third group of players to receive a last-minute call-up to the Satellites team is Peter Amewu, the Member of Parliament for the Hohoe Constituency and Minister of Railways.

    On Wednesday, March 22, at 1pm, the third round of invited players should go to Prampram’s Ghanaman Centre of Excellence for training and screening.

    When looking for players to make up the core of the Black Satellites, coach Samuel Boadu and his technical staff have already accessed two distinct batches.

    Israel Amewu will also have an opportunity to impress Samuel Boadu and his team to be able to secure a place in the final squad.

  • Space rock passes closer than some satellites

    Space rock passes closer than some satellites

    Now it’s over, we can say it: a biggish asteroid passed by Earth a short while ago.

    About the size of a minibus, the space rock, known as 2023 BU, whipped over the southern tip of South America just before 00:30am GMT.

    With a closest approach of 3,600km (2,200 miles), it counts as a close shave.

    And it illustrates how there are still asteroids of significant size lurking near Earth that remain to be detected.

    This one was only picked up last weekend by amateur astronomer Gennadiy Borisov, who operates from Nauchnyi in Crimea, the peninsula that Russia seized from Ukraine in 2014.

    Follow-up observations have refined what we know about 2023 BU’s size and, crucially, its orbit.

    That’s how astronomers could be so confident it would miss the planet, even though it came inside the arc occupied by the world’s telecommunications satellites, which sit 36,000km (22,000 miles) above us.

    The chances of hitting a satellite are very, very small.

    The time of lowest altitude was accurately calculated to be 19:27 EST on Thursday, or 00:27 GMT on Friday.

      Asteroid
      Image caption,Artwork: We still have a lot to learn about the near-Earth environment

      Even if 2023 BU had been on a direct collision course, it would have struggled to do much damage.

      With an estimated size of 3.5m to 8.5m across (11.5ft to 28ft), the rock would likely have disintegrated high in the atmosphere. It would have produced a spectacular fireball, however.

      For comparison, the famous Chelyabinsk meteor that entered Earth’s atmosphere over southern Russia in 2013 was an object near 20m (66ft) across. It produced a shockwave that shattered windows on the ground.

      Scientists at the US space agency Nasa say 2023 BU’s orbit around the Sun has been modified by its encounter with Earth.

      Our planet’s gravity pulled on it and adjusted its path through space.

      “Before encountering Earth, the asteroid’s orbit around the Sun was roughly circular, approximating Earth’s orbit, taking 359 days to complete its orbit about the Sun,” the agency said in a statement.

      “After its encounter, the asteroid’s orbit will be more elongated, moving it out to about halfway between Earth’s and Mars’ orbits at its furthest point from the Sun. The asteroid will then complete one orbit every 425 days.”

      There is a great effort under way to find the much larger asteroids that really could do damage if they were to strike the Earth.

      Source: BBC

    • Fatau Dauda appointed as Black Satellites goalkeeper’s trainer

      Fatau Dauda, a former goalkeeper for Ghana, has been named the goalie coach for the Black Satellites.

      First national team appointment since declaring his retirement a few months ago for the former Ashgold shot-stopper.

      Dauda will work together with former Hearts of Oak coach Samuel Boadu, who takes over from Coach Karim Zito as the Black Satellites head coach.

      Dauda had stints with Orlando Pirates, Chippa United, Enyimba FC and Legon Cities.

      He featured for Ghana at the FIFA World Cup in Brazil in 2014 and three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments in 2013, 2015 and 2017 respectively.

      Their immediate assignment is to lead Ghana to the 2023 African Games slated for Accra in August next year.

    • Ex-Hearts of Oak boss Samuel Boadu set to be named U-20 coach – Reports

      Samuel Boadu, a former head coach of Hearts of Oak is expected to be named the new Black Satellites coach according to reports

      Following a rocky start to the 2022–23 Ghana Premier League season, Boadu and the Rainbow Club parted ways amicably. Since then, he has been without a club.

      He was part of the four local coaches that joined the Black Stars for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar for an attachment.

      According to multiple media reports, the former Medeama SC boss will replace Abdul-Karim Zito as the new Black Satellites coach.

      Boadu burst onto the scene after winning five major trophies with the Phobians after his two and half years stay with the club.

    • Three Black Satellites players earn Black Stars call up

      Black Stars Head Coach C.K Akonnor has handed call ups to three players of the victorious Black Satellites squad.

      The trio, Ibrahim Danlad, a goalkeeper of Asante Kotoko who was adjudged the overall best goalkeeper of the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Mauritania, Philemon Baffuor of Dreams FC who plays at right-back and Fatawu Issahaku, a player of Division One side Steadfast FC who has also adjudged the overall best player of the Nations cup.

      The three players will team up with the rest of the squad on Tuesday, March 16, to continue preparation for the two remaining Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

      Ghana will take on South Africa on March 25 before hosting São Tomé and Principe four days later.

      The Black Stars sit at the top of Group C with 9 points and are in search of a ticket to the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

      Source: ghanafa.org

    • ‘Satellites want to confirm qualification by beating Morocco’ Coach Zito

      Abdul Karim Zito Head Coach of the National under-20 team, the Black Satellites, has said his charges are ready to beat Morocco on Friday to firm up their qualification to the next round of the 2021 Total U-20 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Mauritania.

      Ghana would take on Morocco in their second Group C game on Friday, February 19, 2021, in Nouadibou

      At a pre-match press conference on Thursday evening, Coach Zito, though Morocco seems to have a similar style of play like the Satellites, his players were adequately to face them and overcome their threat.

      “I think it would be an interesting game because we are coming in as Champions of West Africa Zone B and they are champions of their zone as well. We all want to win and confirm qualification so it would be tough. But we are ready for them,” Coach Zito said.

      “Football is football and we all have unique styles of play but Morocco plays quite similar to us. I studied the game based on how the opponent sets up and how they approach the game. So once I see their team tomorrow I would know how to position my players.

      “It would be a crucial match and we know winning the game would depend highly on taking our chances in the game,” he added.

      Defender Emmanuel Agyeman Duah who also attended the press conference expressed confidence that the Black Satellites would emerge victorious against their Moroccan counterparts.

      “We are really prepared and we know they are good tactically but we can assure you of good football tomorrow. We can also assure all Ghanaians that we will be victorious tomorrow” the wing-attacker stated.

      Both Ghana and Morocco won their opening and a win for either side will propel them to the next round of the competition.

      Ghana top the Group with three points, Morocco sits second with three points. While The Gambia and Tanzania occupy the 3rd and fourth positions respectively with no point.

      Source: GNA

    • We are ready for Morocco – Black Satellites coach Karim Zito

      Ghana U-20 coach Karim Zito says his team is ready for North African zonal champions Morocco for the second Group C match at the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Mauritania.

      The WAFU Champions Ghana began the tournament with a thumping win against debutants Tanzania with Morocco edging the Gambia.

      Zito is hoping to lead Ghana to a fourth U-20 success but insists they will be taking a game at a time.

      “I think it will be an interesting game because we are coming in as Champions of West Africa B and they are champions of their zone as well. We all want to win and confirm qualification so it will be tough. But we are ready for them,” Coach Zito told the press at Thursday’s pre-match conference.

      “Football is football and we all have unique styles of play but Morocco plays quite similarly to us. I study the game based on how the opponent sets up and how they approach the game. So once I see their team tomorrow I will know how to position my team.

      “It will be a very crucial match and we know winning the game will depend highly on taking our chances in the game,” he concluded.

      Source: Ghana Soccernet

    • Black Satellites to get $100K bonus from govt for winning WAFU B U-20 tournament

      The Black Satellites of Ghana will receive a bonus of $100,000 from the government for winning the WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship held in Benin.

      The Black Satellites defeated the Young Stallions of Burkina Faso by 2-1 in the final to win the title on Saturday.

      Ghana came from behind to beat Burkina Faso with goals by Captain of the side Daniel Afriyie Yeboah and Precious Boah who scored two goals in the tournament.

      The team arrived in Ghana on Saturday night after their triumph and lodged at the M Plaza Hotel here in Accra.

      Officials from the Sports Ministry met the team on Monday to congratulate them on the fate achieved and also indicated the team will be rewarded just like the Black Stars B in 2017 when they lifted the WAFU Cup of Nations here in Ghana.

      The Black Stars B team were also rewarded with $100,000.

      Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Youth and Sports, Mr Oteng, the Chief Accountant, assured the team of a special package to be given out by government.

      “Ghana is proud of you and so is the Sports Minister. Congratulations for this wonderful feat and be assured that everything due you will be given to you,” Oteng told the players and the technical team.”

      “The Minister has asked we inform you that the package that was given to the team for winning the 2017 WAFU Tournament is the same that will be given to you.”

      The Black Satellites have booked a place in next year’s Africa U-20 Cup of Nations tournament to staged in Mauritania.

      Source: Ghana Soccernet

    • Black Satellites winger Mathew Cudjoe delighted to help Ghana qualify for AYC

      Legon Cities winger Mathew Anim Cudjoe is delighted to end Ghana’s five-year jinx of qualifying for the Africa Youth Championship.

      Anim Cudjoe played a pivotal role as the Black Satellites defeated Burkina Faso to win the WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship in Benin over the weekend.

      Ghana has now qualified for the Africa Youth Championship after finishing champions of WAFU.

      “I feel good because we have been able to end a five-year jinx at this level to qualify to the African Cup and win the WAFU trophy,” he told FootballMadeinGhana.com.

      “I told myself that I need to help win the trophy for the country. That mentality helped us,” he added.

      The 17-year-old is now shifting his attention to the competition in Mauritania next year.

      “When I go home, I will continue to work hard to be fit and well prepared for the AFCON.

      “The African Cup is a bigger stage so I need to prepare well for it,” Anim Cudjoe concluded.

      Source: Ghana Soccernet

    • Dr. Randy Abbey meets Black Satellites after triumphant WAFU U20 feat

      Management Committee Chairman of the Ghana U20 side, Dr. Randy Abbey has met the 2020 WAFU U20 winning team on Sunday following their return from Benin at their base at the M-Plaza Hotel.

      Dr. Abbey, was supposed to have led the team to the tournament but delegated his Vice, Albert Commey to lead the team due to some pressing demands.

      Following the wonderful feat of the team at the tournament, beating Burkina Faso 2-1 in the final to lift the trophy, Dr. Abbey met the team to congratulate them for their achievement.

      He also used the opportunity to discuss the program of the team as they turn attention to the U20 AFCON slated for Mauritania next year.

      “From the bottom of my heart, and from the Executive Committee of the Ghana Football Association, we are grateful and proud of you,” he said.

      He also assured the team of all their entitlements as they prepare to break camp and regroup later in January.

      The Black Satellites will break camp today from their base at the M-Plaza Hotel for two weeks and restart training for the U20 AFCON in 2021.

      Ghana won the U20 WAFU Championship on Saturday after a sterling performance against Burkina Faso at the Charles de Gualle Stadium in Porto Norvo.

      Despite a sluggish start to th competition, the Satellites meandered their way through and advanced to the finals to beat the Burkinabes.

      Source: footballmadeinghana.com

    • Watch Cote d’Ivoire’s stunning free kick goal against the Black Satellites (WAFU Zone B U-20 tournament)

      Ghana’s U-20 team suffered a defeat in their last Group B fixture against LA Cote d’Ivoire in the 2020 WAFU Cup of Nations in Benin.

      The West African neighbors, LA Cote d’Ivoire inflicted a 1-0 defeat on Ghana in the last group fixture at Stade de Gaules in Porto-Novo on Saturday, December 12, 2020.

      Issouf Dosso stepped up and scored the only goal for the Ivorians with a stunning strike from the free-kick.

      LA Cote d’Ivoire top the group with 4 points followed by Ghana with 3 points as Nigeria exit the tournament with just a point.

      Watch that stunning strike below:

      https://youtu.be/HE3gxotF4ns

      Source: Ghana Soccernet

    • African Games: Ghana lose 1-0 to Senegal in second group game

      Ghana U-20 men’s team, Black Satellites suffered a 1-0 defeat to Senegal in their second Group B match at the 2019 African Games in Morocco.

      A 10th minute solo effort from the youngster Ibrahima Drame separated the two sides on at the Stade Municipal El Manssouria on Wednesday.

      Read:2019 African Games: Tahiru double helps Black Satellites beat Burundi 2-1

      Striker Tahiru Awudu threatened for most part of the game but his closest effort on the stroke of the first half went wide.

      Coach Yaw Preko kept faith with the same team that beat Burundi 2-1 in their opening game last week.

      Read:Pray for us to deliver Black Satellites Coach

      The West African will battle group B leaders Mali in a must-win game on Saturday.

      Mali dispatched Burundi 3-0 to go top of the group.

      Source: Myjoyonline.com

    • Lets keep it going guys Toku inspires teammates

      It seems the fire is still burning in the camp of Ghana Black Satellites camp after taming Burundi in the group opener 2-1 on Friday in the ongoing African Games in Morocco.

      The skipper of the side Emmanuel Toku is urging his teammates to keep the fire blazing when they cross swords with Senegal on Wednesday.

      Read:Emmanuel Toku to captain Ghana U20 at 2019 African Games in Rabat

      On his Facebook page, Toku wrote:
      “Lets keep it going guys.”

      The Satellites registered a 2-1 win over Burundi in their opener and a win over Senegal will guarantee them qualification to the next stage.

      Read:Ghana U20 star Emmanuel Toku joins Portuguese giants Boavista

      Ghana will face Senegal in their second group game on August 21.

      Source: Footballmadeinghana.com