Nigeria secured the 2024 U-20 WAFU B Cup of Nations Championship title with a 2-1 victory over Ghana on Wednesday, October 30.
In the first half, Nigeria dominated the play and were rewarded when Kparobo Arierhi opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with a superb finish. He doubled the lead ten minutes later, finding the top left corner after capitalising on a loose ball in the box.
Desmond Ofei’s side struggled in the first half and went into the break trailing by two goals.
However, they returned stronger in the second half, enjoying more possession and creating opportunities. Despite this pressure, they struggled to convert.
In the 75th minute, Jerry Afriyie gave Ghana a glimmer of hope by heading in his fifth goal of the tournament.
Though Ghana made a spirited effort in the final moments, Nigeria remained composed and secured the victory to lift the trophy.
Regardless of the outcome, both teams have automatically qualified for next year’s U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Nigeria Beat Ghana 2-1 To Clinch U-20 WAFU B Cup Of Nations
