WAFU B U-20 Girls' Championship: Black Princesses end tournament with defeat to Nigeria

The Black Princesses fell 3-0 to Nigeria’s Falconets in their final group match at the WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup.

Ghana entered the encounter buoyed by a 2-0 victory over Benin earlier in the week, but struggled to match Nigeria’s intensity.

Head coach Charles Sampson made three changes to his lineup, handing starts to Theresa Darko, Mary Amponsah, and Fatima Fuseini.

Nigeria took control early, breaking the deadlock in the 15th minute through Janet Akeremkowei’s precise free kick before Alaba Olabiyi doubled the advantage eight minutes later.

Despite creating chances through Amponsah, Linda Owusu, and Sarah Nyarko, the Princesses couldn’t find a way past the Nigerian goalkeeper.

The Falconets added a third late in the game to secure victory and complete a double over Ghana, having won their earlier meeting in the tournament.

Coach Sampson described the loss as a valuable learning opportunity for his players as they continue to build for future competitions.

The result means Ghana end their campaign in second place, with two wins—both against Benin—and two defeats to Nigeria.