Black Satellites of Ghana lose 2-0 to Burkina Faso in ongoing WAFU-U20 Cup.

Black Satellites of Ghana lose 2-0 to Burkina Faso in ongoing WAFU-U20 Cup.



The highly-anticipated match between the Ghana U20 national team and Burkina Faso U20 at the 2023 WAFU Zone B U20 Cup of Nations tournament presented a formidable challenge for the Ghanaian team.

Despite their best efforts, the Black Satellites fell short and experienced a convincing 2-0 defeat, granting Burkina Faso all three points.

The Black Satellites entered the game with a sense of urgency, knowing that a victory was crucial to their chances of advancing to the knockout stage.

Their previous 1-1 draw against Niger, where they conceded a late goal, added to their determination. However, Burkina Faso proved to be a strong adversary and dashed Ghana’s hopes of success.

As a result of the defeat, Ghana now faces a difficult situation. The team needs to regroup and redirect their focus as they prepare for their final group game against the host nation, Ivory Coast.

This upcoming match, scheduled for Thursday, July 13, carries immense significance, as the Black Satellites must secure a victory to secure a spot in the knockout stage of the WAFU Zone B U20 Cup of Nations tournament.

The Ghana U20 team will undoubtedly analyze their performance against Burkina Faso, identifying areas for improvement and refining their strategies.

It is imperative for Ghana to defeat the host team, Ivory Coast, in order to progress to the next round of the competition.