In a commanding display, the Black Satellites, Ghana’s National U20 male team, dominated the field with a resounding 5-0 victory over Division One League side Kings Palace FC. The friendly match, held at the Akotex Park in Akosombo on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, served as a crucial test for the Black Satellites as they gear up for the 13th African Games, Accra 2023 Male football tournament scheduled from March 8-23, 2024.

Despite a goalless first half, Coach Desmond Ofei’s squad came out with determination, with Abdul Aziz of Dreams FC netting the opening goal. Jerry Afriyie, who previously scored a brace in a friendly against Ebusua Dwarfs, continued his impressive form by adding another double to bring the score to 3-0. Further contributions from Abdul Hakeem of Right to Dream FC and Michael Ephson from FC Samartex secured an emphatic 5-0 triumph for the Black Satellites.

The match showcased the team’s readiness and cohesion, following weeks of intensive team building and preparations at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The technical team, led by Coach Desmond Ofei, has been actively arranging test games against both topflight and lower-tier sides as the team enters the final stages of preparation for the upcoming competition.

Results of Black Satellites’ Friendly Matches:

1. Black Satellites 0-0 Heart of Lions
2. Hearts of Oak 0-1 Black Satellites
3. Ebusua Dwarfs 1-3 Black Satellites
4. Kings Palace 0-5 Black Satellites