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Black Satellites Face Young Elephants in Semi-Final Thriller

File image of the Ghanaian football team. Photo courtesy/ Ghana football club (X)

Ghana’s U20 side, the Black Satellites, will take on defending champions Ivory Coast’s Young Elephants tonight, July 20, 2025, in a high-octane semi-final clash at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM GMT.

According to a report by Ghana TV3, the showdown is one of the most anticipated fixtures in the ongoing WAFU Zone B U20 Boys Cup, with both sides eyeing a ticket to the final.

File image for Illustration purposes. Photo/Ghana football club (X)

Unbeaten Ivory Coast Carry the EdgeIvory Coast has emerged as one of the tournament’s strongest contenders. The Young Elephants topped Group B with maximum points, winning all three of their matches — including a convincing 2-0 victory over Togo.

Their impressive form makes them the favorites on paper, but the semi-final stage has often proven to be the toughest test, especially against a determined home side.

Ghana Counting on Home Advantage

The Black Satellites, meanwhile, finished second in Group A with four points, level with Nigeria but trailing on goal difference. Playing on home soil, Ghana will look to rally behind local support and momentum to upset the defending champions.Ghana TV3 notes that tonight’s clash is a repeat of familiar regional rivalries, and with both pride and progression at stake, fans can expect a fiercely competitive 90 minutes.

Final Beckons at University of Ghana Stadium

The winner of this semi-final will meet either Nigeria or Niger in the final, scheduled to be played at the University of Ghana Stadium. With regional bragging rights and a place in West African football history up for grabs, tonight’s match is poised to deliver unforgettable moments.

Source credit: Ghana TV3

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