U-20 AFCON: Clash with CAR will be tough – Black Satellites coach Desmond Ofei

Black Satellites head coach Desmond Ofei says his team is fully prepared for a tough test against the Central African Republic (CAR) in their final Group C match at the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Ghana revived their qualification hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 win over defending champions Senegal at the New Suez Stadium on Monday, courtesy of a first-half strike from Emmanuel Mensah. The victory followed a 1-1 draw in their tournament opener against DR Congo.

Speaking ahead of the decisive tie on Thursday, May 8, 2025, Ofei admitted the challenge ahead but expressed confidence in his team’s readiness and resolve.

“We know the game against CAR will be difficult, but just like today, we’ll fight, prepare well, and give our best,” he said.

Ofei also reaffirmed the team’s main target: qualifying for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Qatar later this year.