Ghana U17 coach Laryea Kingston expresses belief in team ahead of WAFU B Championship
Head coach of the Ghana national U17 team, the Black Starlets, Laryea Kingston has expressed his belief in the team as they head into their first match at the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship against Cote d'Ivoire.
The Black Starlets will take on their Ivorian counterparts at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 1600 GMT.
The WAFU Zone B U17 Championship will serve as qualifiers to the U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) slated for 2025
And Laryea Kingston and his charges will be aiming to secure a place at the AFCON for the first time in seven years.
Speaking ahead of the tournament, the former Ghana international said he is undoubtedly confident about his team as they seek to make a meaningful impact.
“We just need motivation. We‘ve played 14 game, scored 46 goals, and conceded six goals. We’ve managed three draws and suffered just a defeat that was against Russia during the invitational tournament. I believe in the boys. Where we are now, I’m very happy and can’t wait to get started”
“Almost all the players had playing time during the tournament in Russia and that shows how confident the technical team are in the team. For me, we have an all-round team that are going to represent the nation. We believe in them” he said.
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