Ghana’s National U-15 Boys team have been eliminated from the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan after suffering a narrow 7-6 penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the quarter-finals.
The thrilling encounter ended 2-2 after regulation time, but Paraguay held their nerve in the shootout to secure victory and advance to the next stage of the tournament.
Ghana U-15 Team End Impressive Run in Azerbaijan
Despite the painful defeat, Ghana’s young footballers delivered an impressive performance throughout the competition, winning seven consecutive matches before their quarter-final exit.
The team recorded notable victories over South Korea, beating them 2-1, and Mexico, whom they defeated 5-2, during the knockout stages.
Ghana had also topped Group W with a perfect record, demonstrating their attacking strength and consistency throughout the FIFA Talent Development Scheme tournament.
The young Black Stars scored an impressive 34 goals in eight matches, highlighting their attacking quality and potential for future international competitions.
Although their journey ended in disappointment against Paraguay, Ghana’s U-15 side earned recognition for their exciting football and strong performances in Azerbaijan.
Source: newsthemegh.com