Ghana U-15 boys ranked 7th among 189 nations

Ghana's national U-15 boys' team, the Black Comets, have finished seventh among 189 participating nations at the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, following their 4-0 victory over Colombia in the final classification match. Throughout the tournament, the young Ghanaian side demonstrated their prowess by winning eight out of their ten matches, scoring 44 goals and conceding only three.

The Black Comets began their campaign on a high note, securing all five matches in Group W and topping the group standings with a perfect 15 points. Their attacking prowess and defensive discipline were evident as they registered 27 goals while conceding just three throughout the group stage. However, they faced a setback in the knockout phase after being eliminated by Paraguay in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw.

Despite this, the Ghanaian youngsters bounced back impressively with a 4-0 win over Colombia, securing their seventh-place finish in the overall rankings. Standout performers for Ghana included Shamsudeen Sulemana, who scored four goals in their 5-2 victory over Mexico, and Abdul Aziz Issah, who delivered consistent performances and netted goals against Korea Republic, Mexico, and Colombia.

Although they didn't reach the top six, the Black Comets' record of eight victories, 44 goals, and a seventh-place finish is a commendable achievement at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival. The team will return home with valuable international experience and many positives from their memorable campaign in Azerbaijan, showcasing the potential of Ghana's next generation of football talents.