Ghana’s Black Starlets kicked off their 2024 WAFU Zone B Championship campaign with a commanding victory over Ivory Coast on Wednesday afternoon.
Under the leadership of Laryea Kingston, the Black Starlets secured a convincing 5-1 win over Ivory Coast at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
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Joseph Larbi levelled the score in the 27th minute with a well-worked team goal, giving Ghana the lead.
Larbi struck again just before halftime with a precise low drive, further extending the Black Starlets’ advantage.
Despite Ivory Coast’s efforts to stage a comeback after the break, Ghana remained in control.
Although Ivory Coast managed to score a consolation goal, Ghana’s Godfred Sarpong, Herve Gbafa, and Mark Kagawa Mensah sealed the victory with additional goals, leading to an impressive 5-1 triumph at full-time.
Next up for Ghana’s Black Starlets is their second group match against Benin in six days’ time.