“They were better than us” – Ghana coach on WAFU-B U20 Cup loss to Nigeria

By Wale Mustapha

Head coach of Ghana U20 men’s national team, Desmond Ofei has admitted Nigeria deserved to win the WAFU B U-20 Championship in Togo.

The Black Satellites lost 2-1 to the Flying Eagles in the final of the 2024 edition decided at the Stade de Kegue, Lome on Wednesday night.

Kparobo Arierhi grabbed a first-half brace for Nigeria to successfully defend the title they won two years ago in Niamey, Niger Republic. 

Jerry Afriye pulled a goal back for the Black Satellites in the second half.

“Nigeria were better than us on the day, we also lost to them in Niger two years ago and you know the rivalry between the two countries,” Ofei stated during the post-match reaction.

“We will now push on and be ready for the U20 AFCON next year.”