The stage is set for another captivating showdown as the National Under-17 side, the Black Starlets, prepare to face Benin in their second group game of the 2024 WAFU Zone B U17 Championship.

With Ghana virtually qualified for the semi-finals following their emphatic 5-1 victory over Ivory Coast, and Benin looking to resurrect their campaign after their loss to the same team, Tuesday's encounter promises to be fiercely competitive.

The Black Starlets enter the match on the back of their dominant performance against Ivory Coast, where they showcased their attacking prowess and clinical finishing, setting a formidable tone for the tournament.

With no injury concerns in camp, Coach Laryea Kingston's squad is brimming with confidence and poised to sustain their winning momentum against Benin.

On the other hand, Benin finds themselves in a do-or-die situation after suffering a defeat to Ivory Coast in their opening match.

With their semi-final hopes hanging in the balance, the Beninois side understands the gravity of the upcoming clash against Ghana.

A victory over Ghana would not only revive their aspirations but also catapult them into contention for a spot in the knockout stages.

Ghana aims for total dominance over Benin and a win to top the group in their bid to reach the semi-finals of the championship.

Coach Laryea Kingston is optimistic about his side’s chances and expects a strong performance against Benin.

“In football, you don’t need to underrate your opponent. We’re favourites and we know that, but that will not make us complacent. We have everything to play for because all that Ghanaians are expecting from us is qualification to the AFCON. We’ll respect our opponents but keep to our principles,” Kingston said after the team's final training session on Monday.

The strength of the Black Starlets lies in their potent attack, exemplified by their free-scoring performances in recent matches.

Recording impressive 5-1 victories against both Serbia and Kazakhstan in their preparatory games, and replicating the same scoreline against Ivory Coast in the championship, the Black Starlets have demonstrated their ability to find the back of the net with ease.

With the stage set for a thrilling encounter, all eyes will be on the Black Starlets as they seek to assert their dominance and take a significant step towards their goal of winning the tournament.