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 🇬🇭

  • 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.

đź“Š 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

  • CĂ´te 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

đź“Ś 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