Ghana’s U20 male team, the Black Satellites, will face hosts Togo in a decisive Group A match of the WAFU U20 Championship on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
With a semi-final spot at stake, this final group-stage encounter promises to be an intense showdown.
The Black Satellites currently top Group A with four points from two games and need only a draw to secure their place in the semi-finals.
Coach Desmond Ofei will be counting on key players, including the dynamic duo of Jerry Afriyie and Aziz Musibau, to create scoring opportunities and put pressure on the Togolese defense.
Togo, who have recorded two draws so far, including a goalless result against Benin, sit in second place with two points.
They share the spot with Benin, while Niger is bottom with just one point. Togo must win to guarantee their qualification, adding further tension to this critical encounter.
The WAFU B U20 Championship serves as a qualifier for the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations, with only the top two teams advancing.
The 2025 U20 AFCON will also double as the African qualifiers for the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, where the four semi-finalists will earn a spot on the world stage.
With so much on the line, both teams will be eager to deliver a strong performance in this must-watch clash.