In a captivating showdown of skill and resilience, Russia emerged victorious with a commanding 3-1 win over the Black Starlets in the UEFA International Tournament.

The match, held in Zenit, showcased the prowess of both teams, but it was Russia who ultimately prevailed, despite the Black Starlets' dominance in possession.

The game kicked off with an explosive start as Vadim Shilov of Russia swiftly found the back of the net just four minutes into the match, igniting jubilant celebrations among the Russian fans.

This early goal set the stage for Russia's dynamic passing play throughout the first half.

Shilov continued to make his presence felt, confidently converting a penalty in the 30th minute to extend Russia's lead to 2-0.

The Russian onslaught persisted, with Zakhar Chushkin adding to the tally just three minutes later with a well-placed strike, putting Russia comfortably ahead 3-0.

Despite facing a daunting three-goal deficit, the Black Starlets showcased resilience and determination, refusing to relent in the face of adversity.

Their perseverance bore fruit when Ernest Ofori, a substitute, managed to score a consolation goal for the Black Starlets in the 64th minute, injecting a glimmer of hope into the Ghanaian side.

Throughout the match, the Black Starlets demonstrated their prowess in ball possession, dictating the tempo of both halves.

Their control showcased the potential of the Ghanaian side, who are currently gearing up for the upcoming WAFU Zone B U17 tournament in Ghana next month.

Looking ahead, Ghana aims to bounce back from this setback as they prepare to face Kazakhstan in their next group fixture on Friday.