The 2025 WAFU B U17 Boys Championship is ready for an exciting conclusion as Ghana’s Black Starlets play the hosts, Ivory Coast, in Yamoussoukro on Saturday.
Ghana defeated bitter rivals Nigeria 2-0 in the semi-finals to secure their spot in the championship game.
Michael Awuli and Robinho Yao Gavi’s goals in the first half sealed the victory, igniting joyous celebrations in the Starlets’ camp and raising the prospect of qualifying for the continental tournament.
To guarantee their place in the final, Ivory Coast defeated Burkina Faso 2-1.
Due to their victory over Ghana in the group stage, the hosts have a psychological edge.
However, the Starlets’ comeback has been incredible; they overcame that early loss to destroy Niger 3-1 before decisively defeating Nigeria.
The match on Saturday offers more than just trophies. Ghana sees it as an opportunity for pride and atonement, while Ivory Coast hopes to replicate their group-stage feats domestically.
As two of West Africa’s best youth teams compete for regional dominance and a spot in history, the Charles Konan Banny Stadium is anticipated to be a furnace of passion.
Source: newsthemegh.com