Coach Desmond Ofei has named a strong Black Satellites squad for the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will take place in Egypt. The team is made up of talented young players from both local and international clubs, as Ghana aims to make a big impact at the tournament.
Goalkeepers
The goalkeeping department includes Gideon Aseako from Dreams FC, Yakubu Saeed from Medeama SC, and P. Arthur, who is currently without a club.
Defenders
In defense, Dacosta Antwi of Young Apostles and Nana Kwame Boakye from FC Sheriff will bring strength at the back. They are joined by Denis Marfo (Internacional), and Maxwell Azafokpe (Tudu Mighty Jets), forming a solid backline.
Midfielders
The midfield is packed with energy and creativity. McCarthy Ofori (Bylis), Kelvin Ahiable (Dreams FC), Ishmael Addo (Heart of Lions), Aaron Essel (North Texas SC), and Hayford Boahen (Cheetah FC) are all ready to battle for control in the middle of the pitch. Edmond Asante from Vision FC and Araphat Mohammed of FC Nordsjælland add more quality to the team’s engine room.
Attackers
The attacking line features players with speed, skill, and a goal-scoring touch. Emmanuel Mensah (Sogndal), Joseph Opoku (Zulte Waregem), Dennis Ameyaw Appiah-Kubi, and Abdul Hakim Sulemana (Randers) are expected to lead the front. Other forwards include Jerry Afriyie (CD Lugo), George Tei Nagadzi (Vision FC), Andrews Adjabeng (Real Sociedad), Michael Amer (Nice), Ibrahim Sporting Club’s Aziz Issah (Barcelona B), Clinton Duodu (Apollon Limassol), Kelvin Nkrumaah (Medeama SC), and Aziz Musbau (Dreams FC).
With this exciting and talented group of players, Coach Desmond Ofei hopes to guide Ghana to success in Egypt and fight for the U-20 AFCON title.
