Asamoah Gyan urges Black Princesses to keep believing after U-20 World Cup exit

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has encouraged the Black Princesses to maintain their belief in themselves after their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign concluded with another group-stage loss. Ghana's aspirations of reaching the knockout rounds were extinguished on Sunday following a 4-0 defeat to France, marking yet another eighth successive elimination in the group stage of the tournament.

Entering their final Group C match with the understanding that a victory was the only path to keep their World Cup aspirations alive, the Ghanaian side fell short against the European powerhouse. Upon the conclusion of the match, Gyan, who now serves as an ambassador for Ghana's national teams, delivered an emotional message to the players, urging them to perceive the disappointment as a driving force rather than a setback.

"Sometimes, you don’t get what you want," he told the squad, emphasizing that not every wish can come true. The former Black Stars striker, Ghana's all-time top scorer, reminded the players to view setbacks as part of their growth. "Whatever has happened today, we should take it in good faith and move on in life," Gyan said. "That is how you challenge yourself."

He also sought to reassure the young players that the tournament would not dictate their futures, reminding them that more opportunities would arise. "There are more opportunities," he added, urging them to focus on their training and maintain their faith. The Black Princesses are anticipated to return to Ghana in the days ahead as the tournament proceeds into its knockout rounds.