Black Satellites midfielder Kelvin Ahiable says they are ready for the challenge ahead as they face defending champions Ivory Coast in the semi-finals of the 2025 WAFU Zone B U20 Championship. The highly anticipated showdown will take place on Sunday evening at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.
The Black Satellites finished second in Group A after a 1-1 draw with Nigeria and a narrow 1-0 win over Benin, setting up a crucial meeting with an unbeaten Ivorian side who topped Group B. The Elephants defeated Burkina Faso, Niger, and Togo to reach the semis with a 100% record.
Speaking ahead of the clash, Kelvin Ahiable expressed his belief in the team’s preparedness and spirit. “It will be a tough match — no one is denying that. But we’re ready. The field will decide, and I believe Ghana will win in the end,” Ahiable said with conviction.
The midfielder’s comments echo the sentiment in the Satellite’s camp, which is brimming with confidence and motivation, especially with the support of the home crowd expected to boost the hosts’ morale.
The match promises to be an intense encounter between two of West Africa’s football powerhouses. With a spot in the final at stake and a chance to edge closer to regional glory, both teams will be looking to leave everything on the pitch.
Kick-off is at 18:00 GMT, and fans are urged to rally behind the team as Ghana aims to dethrone the reigning champions and book a place in the final.
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