2025 CAF African Schools Football Championship: Ghana edge South Africa to record back-to-back wins

Ghana’s Black Comets recorded their second straight victory in the boys' division of the ongoing CAF African Schools Football Championship, edging South Africa 1-0 in a tightly contested encounter.

Ignatius Hagan was the hero of the day, netting the decisive goal shortly before halftime.

The prolific striker, who topped the scoring charts during the WAFU B Qualifiers in Niger, was given the nod to start ahead of Rockson Adjei—and he made that decision count.

The goal came after a moment of brilliance from John Andor, who danced past defenders on one of his trademark solo runs before laying it off to Hagan.

The young forward showed composure beyond his years, calmly slotting the ball home from 12 yards out.

Andor had earlier threatened to open the scoring himself but was denied twice from close range.

The second half offered fewer clear-cut chances, with both teams struggling to carve out opportunities.

Ghana, however, maintained their composure and kept the South Africans at bay to preserve their lead and secure all three points.

The result places Ghana in a strong position to progress to the next round. Their final group stage test comes against Algeria.