Ghana’s U-16 Girls’ team produced a commanding performance to crush Malta 8-1 at the Centenary Stadium in Ta’ Qali-Attard.
The young Ghanaian side started brightly, breaking the deadlock in the 15th minute through Seidatu Wahab, who finished calmly. However, Malta responded with resilience, leveling the score in the 31st minute from the penalty spot.
Ghana wasted no time in reclaiming their lead, as Priscilla Mensah struck just two minutes later to make it 2-1 before halftime.
The second half was a masterclass in attacking football, with Ghana completely dominating proceedings. Christiana Ashiaku starred with a quickfire brace, scoring in the 47th and 52nd minutes to extend the lead to 4-1.
Daniella Abass then took charge, netting twice in the 65th and 73rd minutes, before Gloria Adomako Ameaa joined the scoring spree in the 82nd minute to make it 7-1.
Wahab sealed the emphatic victory with her second goal in the 89th minute, capping off an outstanding team performance.
The emphatic win highlights Ghana’s rising talent at the youth level as they continue to build for the future.
Ghana’s U-16 Girls’ team delivered a dominant performance against Malta, securing an emphatic 8-1 victory in a thrilling encounter at the Centenary Stadium, Ta’ Qali-Attard.
Ghana started brightly, opening the scoring in the 15th minute through Seidatu Wahab, who calmly slotted home. Malta responded resiliently, equalizing in the 31st minute via a penalty.
However, Ghana quickly regained momentum. Just two minutes later, Priscilla Mensah found the back of the net, restoring Ghana’s lead. The first half ended 2-1 in Ghana’s favor.
The second half was a one-sided affair as Ghana turned on the style. Christiana Ashiaku, a standout performer, scored twice in quick succession. Her first goal came in the 47th minute, followed by another in the 52nd minute, extending Ghana’s lead to 4-1.
Daniella Abass took center stage, netting her first goal in the 65th minute and another in the 73rd minute. Ghana’s relentless attack continued, with Gloria Adomako Ameaa joining the scoring spree in the 82nd minute, making it 7-1.
Seidatu Wahab scored her second goal in the 89th minute, capping off a remarkable team performance. The game ended 8-1 in Ghana’s favor.
