U-20 World Cup: Ben Fokuo Hopeful Of Winning First Match Against USA

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The head coach of Ghana U-20 female national team the Black Princesses, Ben Fokuo is hopeful his team have what it takes to beat the Yanks of the United States of America [USA] in their first Group D match at the Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica on Thursday, August 11, 2022

Ghana will play a tough game against the 3 times U-20 World Cup champions in a Group D opener. Black princess skipper and CAF’s best female player of the year Evelyn Badu will not be featured in the Group D opener due to an ankle injury she sustained in the team’s training in Costa Rica.

On a match day press back-and-forth meeting, coach Fokuo acknowledged he has done adequate rehearsal to scuffle the ultimate points from the Yanks.

”We are well set and very joyful to partake in this world cup, a very tough group. My girls are up to the chore and ready for our first game, which is very vital to us”.

”The USA team is a potent side, and we have a blend of youthful players from (U17). The Black Princesses will give the USA side a very more challenging game”

Coach Fokuo also intimated that his first aim is to pass through the group stage.

”After the group stage is drawn knowing we’re playing against the USA, that is where our preparation starts. Comprehending our strengths, the girls are ready to compete with them”.

When asked about his next game against the current champions, the Young Nadeshiko of Japan. He answered, “you need to know your stand in the first game before planning for the next opponent. The Princesses are anticipating for their first win against the robust USA side”. Coach Ben Fokuo assured.