Ghana's Black Princesses claimed a historic victory over Nigeria's Falconets in the women's under-20 football final at the 13th African Games in Accra, Ghana. In a tense match held at the Cape Coast Sports stadium, Loveth Edeh initially put the Falconets in the lead with a goal in the 24th minute.
However, the Black Princesses rallied, with Tracey Twum leveling the score with a stunning strike in the 78th minute. The deadlock persisted until extra time when Ghana's Mukarama Abdulai sealed the win with a decisive goal in the 99th minute. The defeat marked the end of Nigeria's reign as African Games champions, while Ghana celebrated their triumphant ascent to the top of the podium.
Before the final, the Falconets secured their place by defeating Uganda 2-0, while Ghana overcame Senegal's Teranga Lionesses 3-1. In a thrilling bronze medal match, Uganda emerged victorious over Senegal in a penalty shootout, securing their spot on the podium.
As the 13th African Games draws to a close, this exhilarating tournament showcases the talent and competitive spirit of Africa's emerging football stars, underscoring the region's growing prominence in the global sporting arena.
