The Black Maidens are set to compete for the ultimate prize in the inaugural WAFU Zone B U17 Girls Cup, as they take on arch-rivals Nigeria in the final on Sunday, December 22, 2024.
The tournament, hosted in Ghana, has showcased thrilling performances, with Ghana and Nigeria emerging as the standout teams. The highly anticipated final will kick off at 5:00 PM at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.
Road to the Final
Ghana’s journey to the final has been dominant. The Black Maidens topped Group A with back-to-back victories over Benin, securing their place in the semi-finals. In the last-four clash, they delivered a commanding performance, thrashing Ivory Coast 5-0 to book their spot in the final.
Nigeria’s Flamingos have also been impressive. They topped Group B with victories over Niger and Ivory Coast before overcoming Benin in their semi-final match to set up a showdown with the host nation.
The Battle for Supremacy
With both teams showcasing exceptional quality throughout the tournament, the final promises to be a fiercely contested encounter. For the Black Maidens, the pressure to win on home soil adds an extra layer of intensity.
Head coach Baba Nuhu and his team have had ample time to fine-tune their strategy, focusing on neutralizing Nigeria’s attacking threats while capitalizing on their own strengths.
Kickoff Details
The clash of the titans between the Black Maidens and the Flamingos is scheduled to start at 5:00 PM local time at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence.
As Ghana seeks to complete a “host and win” campaign, the stakes are high, with the nation rallying behind the young stars to deliver a memorable victory in the historic tournament.
