June 01, (THEWILL) – The stage is set for an electrifying finale in the WAFU B Under-20 Girls Cup of Nations, as arch rivals, Ghana and Nigeria, emerged victorious in their respective semi-final encounters in Kumasi on Wednesday.
Ghana displayed their resilience with a remarkable comeback, defeating Burkina Faso 3-1. In the second semi-final, Nigeria confirmed their status as favorites with a convincing 3-0 victory against Benin Republic. The highly anticipated final between Ghana and Nigeria will take place on Saturday, June 3rd, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, promising a thrilling showdown between two talented teams.
Ghana’s journey to the final was marked by a display of composure and unwavering determination. Despite an early setback when Burkina Faso took an early lead, Ghana quickly regrouped, equalising through a well-executed free kick by Stella Nyame and eventually securing a 3-1 victory. On the other hand, Nigeria demonstrated their dominance against Benin, taking control of the game and sealing a convincing 3-0 win with goals from Amina Bello and Esther Chinemerem.
Both teams demonstrated their class and are now set to compete for the coveted title in what promises to be a thrilling showdown. The Baba Yara Sports Stadium will be the venue for this highly anticipated clash on Saturday, June 3rd. Prior to the final, Burkina Faso and Benin will compete in the third-place playoff, highlighting the progress and talent within the region’s women’s football scene.
The WAFU B U20 Girls Cup of Nations has provided a platform for these youngsters to showcase their skills, and the final is expected to deliver an exhilarating conclusion to the tournament.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
