Ghana Near Historic Qualification For The FIFA U-20 World Cup

Ghana’s U-20 national team, the Black Satellites, are close to securing qualification for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile later this year. Their path to qualification depends on their performance in the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt, where the top four teams (the semi-finalists) will earn spots at the World Cup.

Ghana is competing in Group C, alongside DR Congo, Senegal, and the Central African Republic. So far, the Black Satellites have drawn 1-1 with DR Congo, secured a 1-0 victory over defending champions Senegal, and recently edged out the Central African Republic 1-0 in their final group match . These results place Ghana in a strong position to advance to the quarterfinals.

However, qualification for the World Cup will only be assured if Ghana reaches the semifinals of the U-20 AFCON. Head coach Desmond Ofei has emphasized that progressing to the semifinals is the team’s primary objective, as it guarantees a spot in Chile.

While the Black Satellites are on a promising trajectory, they have not yet automatically qualified for the FIFA U-20 World Cup. Their upcoming quarterfinal match will be pivotal in determining their World Cup fate.

On May 8, 2025, Ghana defeated the Central African Republic 1-0, guaranteeing them a place in the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarterfinals.

In the 84th minute, J. Opoku scored a late goal to give the Satelites a 1-0 victory over the Central African Republic.

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The Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia, Egypt, will host Ghana’s quarterfinal match on May 12, 2025. The final group standings will determine their opponent.

The 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup will take place in Chile from September 27 to October 19, 2025. Ghana aims to make a significant impact on the global stage, building on their strong performance in the U-20 AFCON.