Ghana U-15 boys thrash Uzbekistan 4-1 in World Cup opener

Ghana’s National U-15 Boys team made an impressive start to the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival with a commanding 4-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their opening Group W match on Saturday.

Abdul Aziz Issah and Jerry Owusu starred in the encounter, scoring two goals each to secure all three points for Ghana in Azerbaijan.

The young Ghanaians dominated proceedings from the opening whistle, displaying attacking flair, composure and confidence against their Asian opponents.

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Issah led Ghana’s charge with a brace before Owusu added two more goals to complete the emphatic victory.

Uzbekistan managed to score a consolation goal late in the game but could not prevent Ghana from claiming a convincing win.

The result gives Ghana a strong start in Group W, which also features Myanmar, Guam, the Bahamas and Kazakhstan.

Ghana are scheduled to face Myanmar and Guam on Sunday before concluding their group-stage campaign against the Bahamas and Kazakhstan on Monday.

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