U-17 AFCON: Black Starlets beat South Africa to book playoff spot against Uganda
Black Starlets secured a crucial 3-1 victory over South Africa on Wednesday night at the ongoing U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This victory kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup alive.
The Black Starlets entered the Group D clash under pressure following a 2-2 draw against Algeria and a 1-0 defeat to Senegal. Joseph Narbi opened the scoring with a penalty. Narbi doubled Ghana's lead before halftime, again from the penalty spot. Obama Mhlongo pulled one back for South Africa in the second half. South Africa was then reduced to ten men. Augustine Appiah then scored to seal the victory. Ghana finished third in Group D behind leaders Senegal and second-placed Algeria.
Ghana will now face the Uganda Cubs in a decisive playoff match. The winner will secure a place at the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup. The Uganda side is coached by former Ghana international Laryea Kingston.
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The Black Starlets clashed with South Africa in a crucial U-17 AFCON match- with World Cup qualification at stake. The encounter promises high stakes and potential for a significant shift in the tournament- but what could happen?
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