UFOA B U20 Women's Cup: Ghana Start Strong by Beating Benin
The Ghana Black Princesses opened their title defense at the UFOA B U20 Women's tournament with an impressive 2-0 victory over hosts Benin on Friday.
Dominant First Half Performance
From the first minutes, Ghana controlled the game with speed and intensity, generating multiple scoring chances. The breakthrough came in the 22nd minute when Linda Owusu Ansah scored after receiving a precise pass from Agnes Yeboah.
Ivy Owusu Ansah opens the scoring for the Black Princesses against Benin at the WAFU B U20 Girls’ Cup. — ANGEL GH (@AngelMichael199) November 7, 2025
Second Half and Tactical Changes
In the second half, coach Sampson introduced Sarah Nyarko, whose impact was immediate. Nyarko netted a stunning goal in the 77th minute, securing Ghana's win. Despite some late pressure from Benin, goalkeeper Grace Andoh maintained a clean sheet.
Ghana Black Princesses double their lead against Benin in the WAFU B U20 Girls Cup. pic.twitter.com/D0WmoMqJOK — GNB Official (@GHNaijaBallers) November 7, 2025
Next Match
With a perfect start to their campaign, Ghana prepare to face fierce rivals Nigeria on Saturday, November 8.
Summary: The Ghana Black Princesses showed strong determination with a 2-0 win over Benin, powered by key goals and solid defense, setting a confident tone for their title defense.