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FIFA TDS: Regional teams receive orientation ahead of elite U15 Boys Championship Kick-Off

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Ahead of the much-anticipated Elite U15 Boys Championship, participating regional teams gathered at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence (GSCE) in Prampram for an orientation session on Wednesday.

The meeting provided crucial information about the competition, ensuring that players, coaches, and officials are well-prepared for the tournament’s commencement.

The orientation session began with a welcome address delivered by Eugene Noel Nobel, an Executive Council Member and Chairman of the Elite U15 Committee.

Nobel expressed his excitement for the tournament, emphasizing the significance of the event in developing the next generation of football talent in Ghana. He highlighted the importance of sportsmanship and discipline throughout the championship, urging the young athletes to make the most of this opportunity to showcase their skills.

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Following the welcome address, JoeSalam Abubakar, 1st Vice Chairman of the National Juvenile Committee, delivered a special message to the players and coaches on behalf of President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku and the National Juvenile Committee.

In his message, Abubakar encouraged the young players to approach the competition with focus and determination, reminding them that this tournament is a stepping stone toward their future aspirations in football. He also commended the coaches for their dedication to nurturing talent and contributing to the development of Ghanaian football.

Michael Kwabla Fiaduse, a member of the organizing committee, then took the teams through essential aspects of the competition, ensuring that all participants are aware of the rules and procedures that will govern the tournament.

He covered critical topics such as pre-match meetings, submission of team sheets, appropriate strips for games, and key match regulations.

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His detailed presentation aimed to ensure smooth coordination throughout the championship, helping teams to focus on their performance on the field.

The orientation session marks the final preparation stage before the official kick-off of the Elite U15 Boys Championship. With the teams now fully briefed, anticipation is building as young talents from across Ghana get ready to compete for regional pride and showcase their potential on the national stage.

The Elite U15 Boys Championship is part of the FIFA Talent Development Scheme designed to identify and nurture promising young players and offer them a platform to compete at a high level.

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Twenty-three players called up for Mexico friendly

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Twenty-three (23) players have been called up for this month’s international friendly against Mexico.

The squad is composed of star players from the domestic league and European leagues who are closely monitored by Coach Carlos Queiroz, as well as U-23 players who will soon represent Ghana in the upcoming Olympic Games qualifiers.

Notable names include Majeed Ashimeru, Felix Afena-Gyan, Razak Simpson, and Birmingham City’s Ibrahim Osman.

Ashimeru returns to action after a long spell on the sidelines due to a muscle injury that limited his appearances at both club and national level.

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Also in the team is Felix Afena-Gyan, whose last appearance for Ghana was in May last year when he featured against Trinidad and Tobago in the Unity Cup in London.

Barcelona B’s Abdul Aziz Issah, Ebenezer Annan of AS Saint-Étienne, Ibrahim Osman of Birmingham City, and Paul Reverson of Ajax FC have also been included in the squad.

Midfielder Salim Adams, one of the key players for Ghana Premier League leaders Medeama SC, leads the group of home-based players.

Others are Heart of Lions’ Ebenezer Abban, Ebenezer Adade of Dreams FC, and Nations FC captain Razak Simpson. Ghana will travel to Mexico for the international friendly on Friday, May 22, 2026.

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Black Stars to learn AFCON 2027 opponents on May 19 as CAF sets Qualifier dates

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the dates for the qualifiers of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2027.

The qualifiers will run from September 2026 to March 2027, with the final tournament set for June 19 to July 17, 2027. Ghana will know their group opponents after the draw on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Forty-eight (48) teams will be split into 12 groups of four, with the top two teams from each group qualifying for the competition.

The 2027 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations will be staged in three East African countries: Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Find the dates for the qualifiers below:

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