13th Africa Games: Ghana Black Satellites win Gold after beating Uganda 1-0

Black Satellites

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 Source: www.ghanaweb.com

The Ghana Black Satellites have achieved a remarkable victory, securing the gold medal in the men's football tournament final match of the 2023 Africa Games held at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday night, March 22, 2024.

Facing off against a formidable Ugandan team, the Ghana U20 squad showcased exceptional skill and determination throughout the match.

The contest was fiercely fought, with both sides creating numerous scoring opportunities. However, it was Ghana’s persistence and resilience that ultimately proved decisive.

Jerry Afriyie sealed the victory with a stunning goal in the 90th minute, sending the stadium into a frenzy of jubilation.

With their well-deserved gold medal, the Black Satellites etched their names into Ghana’s sports history, leaving an indelible mark for generations to come.

Uganda settled for silver while the bronze medal went to Senegal.

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— George Addo Jnr (@addojunr) March 22, 2024

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