On this day in 2009, Ghana etched its name in football history by becoming the first—and to date, the only—African nation to win the FIFA U20 World Cup. In a gripping final held in Egypt, the Black Satellites faced Brazil, one of the tournament’s powerhouses. After a tense 0-0 draw in regular time and extra time, the game was decided in a dramatic penalty shootout. Ghana held their nerve to emerge victorious, securing a 4-3 win on penalties. The victory was a defining moment for African football, marking Ghana’s place on the world stage and inspiring a generation of young players across the continent.