U-20 AFCON: Abdulhakim Sulemana named Man of the Match despite Ghana's defeat to Egypt

Despite Ghana’s quarterfinal elimination at the hands of Egypt, Abdulhakim Sulemana was named Man of the Match for his standout performance in the 2025 CAF U20 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday afternoon.

The match, held at the New Suez Stadium, saw Sulemana enter the fray in the 51st minute as a substitute for Hayford Boahene, with the Black Satellites trailing 2-1.

Tasked with sparking a comeback, the young attacker made an immediate impact.

Sulemana leveled the score late in stoppage time with a composed penalty, pushing the game into extra time at 2-2.

His influence continued into the added period, where he remained a constant threat and key contributor for Ghana.

Although the Black Satellites ultimately fell 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout, Sulemana’s spirited display did not go unnoticed.

His efforts earned him the Man of the Match award — a personal consolation following Ghana’s valiant but heartbreaking exit from the tournament.