Ouagadougou:Ghana's Black Starlets will begin their quest to qualify for the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations with a match against Togo at the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship, held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, on Saturday.
According to Ghana Web, the game is scheduled to take place at the August 4 Sports Stadium with a kick-off at 1800 GMT. This championship serves as the qualifying event for the 2027 U-17 AFCON.
The team's head coach, Kassim Ocansey, along with his technical staff, has expressed confidence in the squad's readiness. The players aim to translate their training efforts into a successful start against Togo.
Since arriving in Ouagadougou, the Black Starlets have continued their preparations, which included training sessions and two friendly matches against Morocco to enhance their performance and build confidence.
In the previous edition of the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship, Ghana reached the finals, securing a runners-up position in Cote d'Ivoire. This achievement qualified them for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
The team hopes to kick off this year's regional campaign with a strong showing against Togo, setting a solid foundation for their subsequent matches in Ouagadougou.