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Ghana lose to Japan in FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup
Ghana lost 4-1 to Japan in their second Group E match of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia.
The Black Princesses went into the game looking to record their first win in the tournament but conceded two goals each in either half as they suffered their second successive defeat in the competition.
Ghana started the game well by maintaining their composure and held their nerves for 40 minutes.
Sasai scored in the 45th minute to give Japan the lead before Matsukubo netted their second in added time after a howler from goalkeeper Afi Amenyeku.
Mafia Nyame and Mercy Attobra were introduced for Wasiima Mohammed and Mary Amponsah in the second half of the game. But that was unimpactful as Bayana scored from a goalmouth scramble to extend the lead for the young Nadeshiko.
Stella Nyamekye converted a penalty to reduce the deficit after she was fouled in the 83rd minute. That didn’t take long as Matsunaga deepened the woes of the Black Princesses to end the game 4:1.
The results leaves Ghana with no point having suffered a 2-1 loss to Austria in their opening game.
Ghana will play their last Group E match against New Zealand on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at the Pascual Guerrero stadium, Cali.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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