Ghana’s Success At UEFA Tourney Rekindles Interest In Black Starlets

Ghana Success At UEFA Tourney Rekindles Interest In Black Starlets


The Black Starlets success story at the UEFA U-16 Development tournament has renewed interest in the Ghana U-17 team.

The two-time World Cup winner, who has failed to make impact in recent times were crowned champions at the youth development tournament in Serbia after beating Switzerland to record their third consecutive victory.

A brace from Ramsey Asumadu and Bosman Debrah’s strike ensured the two-time world champions secured a 3-2 win over Switzerland.

The Black Starlets recent outstanding performance has rekindled interest in the U-17 team.

The team had a flying start to the tournament after inflicting a 4-0 win over host country, Serbia, where Benjamin Tsivanyo bagged hat-trick.

Karim Zito and his charges made it back-to-back victories after beating Spain in their second game.

Despite being reduced to nine men in the second half, the Black Starlets held on to secure all three points with a 3-2 win.

The West African powerhouse wrapped up with a win over Switzerland. The team scored ten goals and conceded four in the three matches played at the tournament.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Tsivanyo clinched the goal king gong after scoring five goals in three matches.


Source: The Ghana Report

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