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Ghana clinch maiden WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup title with dramatic penalty shootout win over Nigeria

The match between Ghana and Nigeria featured end-to-end excitement that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

Captain Stella Nyamekye put Ghana ahead in the 37th minute, converting a penalty kick and securing the first goal against a resilient Nigerian defense.

Ghana’s goalkeeper, Afi Amenyaku, showcased her skills throughout the match with a series of impressive saves.

However, a momentary lapse in concentration from Amenyaku resulted in a blunder, allowing Nigeria to equalize and breathe new life into the match. The teams battled fiercely for the remaining time, but neither could find a decisive goal, leading to a tense shootout.

In the penalty shootout, Afi Amenyaku redeemed herself and emerged as the heroine of the night. She displayed incredible reflexes and composure, saving three consecutive penalties from the Nigerian players.

Ghana won the WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup with a 3-1 shootout victory thanks to their clinical execution from the penalty spot.

 

Source: ghanasoccernet.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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