The draw for the inaugural WAFU A&B U-20 Cup Ghana 2025 has officially set the stage for what promises to be a landmark youth football tournament in West Africa.
🏆 Tournament Overview:
- Name: WAFU A&B U-20 Cup
- Host Nation: Ghana 🇬đź‡
- Dates: June 15 – June 30, 2025
- Venue: Accra, Ghana
- Participants: 13 national U-20 teams from WAFU Zones A & B
- Objective: Promote regional unity, talent development, and greater collaboration between WAFU zones.
📊 Official Groupings:
Group A (Hosts' Group)
- Ghana (Hosts)
- Togo
- Gambia
- Liberia
The Black Satellites will enjoy home advantage and strong crowd backing as they aim to lift the maiden title on home soil.
Group B (The “Group of Death”)
- Nigeria
- Burkina Faso
- Guinea
- Niger
- Mali
Expect fireworks from this group, with powerhouses Nigeria, Mali, and Burkina Faso all boasting strong U-20 pedigrees.
Group C (Francophone Football Flair)
- Senegal
- Sierra Leone
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Benin
With Senegal and Côte d’Ivoire leading the charge, Group C offers a compelling mix of technical ability and physical strength.
🎙️ Key Quote:
“This is a proud moment for Ghana and for West African football... Hosting this historic tournament aligns with our broader goal of investing in youth development and strengthening regional football ties.”
— Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, CAF 2nd Vice President & GFA President
📌 Why This Tournament Matters:
- First-ever unified WAFU A & B U-20 competition
- Scouting opportunity for clubs and national setups
- Platform for rising stars to shine on a regional stage
- Boost for Ghanaian football infrastructure and visibility
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