Ghana’s rising football talent, David Kwarteng, has secured a place in the history of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship after scoring the tournament’s opening goal in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
The Black Starlets midfielder found the back of the net in the seventh minute of Ghana’s Group A clash against Togo on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the August 4 Sports Stadium. His decisive strike secured a 1-0 victory for Ghana and gave the team an encouraging start to the regional youth football competition.
Kwarteng’s early goal made him the first player to score at this year’s WAFU Zone B U-17 tournament, highlighting his importance to Ghana’s campaign.
How David Kwarteng Scored Ghana’s Winning Goal Against Togo
The historic goal resulted from a well-executed set-piece routine by the Black Starlets. Abdul Latif Wunzalgu initiated the move with a free-kick, which was initially blocked by the Togolese defence.
Ghana captain Abdul Rafiu Issah then attempted to capitalise on the rebound before Kwarteng reacted quickly to seize the opportunity and score the match-winning goal.
The seventh-minute strike ultimately proved decisive as Ghana maintained their narrow advantage until the final whistle, collecting all three points from their opening Group A fixture.
The victory underlined the Black Starlets’ determination to begin the competition on a positive note as they seek success on the continental youth football stage.
Black Starlets Move to the Top of Group A
Ghana’s victory over Togo also lifted the Black Starlets to the top of the Group A standings following a goalless draw between tournament hosts Burkina Faso and Benin in the other group encounter.
The result gives Ghana an early advantage in the race for qualification and places additional importance on their upcoming fixtures.
Kwarteng’s historic contribution has provided the team with a valuable boost as they pursue a place at the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) through the WAFU Zone B Championship.
With several matches still to come, the Black Starlets will aim to maintain their momentum, improve their performances and strengthen their chances of progressing in the tournament.
Ghana to Face Benin in Next WAFU U-17 Match
The Black Starlets are scheduled to return to action on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, when they face Benin in their second Group A match in Ouagadougou.
Coach Kassim Ocansey and his players will be looking to build on their opening victory, while Kwarteng will hope to continue his impressive contribution to Ghana’s attacking play.
The encounter against Benin could prove crucial to Ghana’s qualification ambitions, with the team seeking another positive result to consolidate their position in the group.
Ghanaian football fans will be eager to see whether the Black Starlets can maintain their winning form and take another important step towards securing qualification for the 2027 U-17 AFCON.
Source: newsthemegh.com