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Ghana stages comeback to beat Kazakhstan in UEFA U16 International Development Tournament
In a stunning display of resilience and skill, Ghana’s U16 football team orchestrated a remarkable comeback to secure a resounding 5-1 victory over Kazakhstan in the UEFA U16 International Development Tournament.
The match began with Kazakhstan taking an early lead as Kurmanakhan found the back of the net on the 21st minute, sending shockwaves through the Ghanaian camp.
However, undeterred by the setback, Ghana’s captain, Benjamin Tsevanyo, rose to the occasion and restored parity with a crucial goal on the 42nd minute.
With momentum on their side, Ghana seized control of the game, with Joseph Narbi showcasing his scoring prowess by putting his team in the lead with a goal on the 44th minute. Just moments before halftime, Narbi struck again, netting Ghana’s third goal and leaving Kazakhstan reeling.
After the break, Ghana continued to dominate proceedings, with Abdulai Nortey extending their lead with a clinical finish on the 14th minute of the second half. The onslaught didn’t stop there, as Benjamin Hanson sealed the victory for Ghana with a fifth goal, leaving Kazakhstan with no chance of a comeback.
This emphatic win marks Ghana’s second consecutive victory in the tournament, following their earlier triumph over Serbia by the same score line.
With each match, Ghana’s young talents are proving their mettle on the international stage, showcasing their potential for greatness.
The UEFA U16 International Development Tournament serves as a crucial platform for the development of juvenile footballers, providing them with valuable exposure and experience at an international level.
For Ghana, this tournament holds added significance as they prepare for the upcoming WAFU Zone B U17 tournament, set to be hosted in Accra next month.
As Ghana’s U16 team continues to excel and hone their skills on the field, the nation eagerly anticipates their future successes and contributions to the world of football.
With determination and talent driving them forward, the young footballers of Ghana are poised to make their mark on the global stage.
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Traders, ‘Okada’ riders take over Circle pavement
• Korle-Bu CEO with staff of Nivaansh MediQas
Activities of traders and drug addicts are contributing to make the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (Circle) area very uncomfortable and unsafe for commuters.
Day in and out, pedestrians are ‘ejected’ from the pavement created for their safety as traders preferred to sell their wares on that space.
That hinders the free movement of the pedestrians.
The small space left for the pedestrians are also shared with ‘Okada’ riders.
As if these woes are not enough for a commuter on a single day, they also have to navigate carefully to avoid clashes with drug addicts and the mentally challenged.
These people have turned the pavements into their places of abode, covering every inch of space with their wares.
Our photographer, Lizzy Okai, captures some of the unfriendly scenes the authorities must try and deal with to restore sanity to the area.
By Lizzy Okai
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NDC outlines demands before committing to Peace Pact
The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has set forth specific conditions that the party insists must be met before considering signing the Peace Pact advocated by the National Peace Council in anticipation of the December 7 elections.
Mr. Nketia expressed scepticism about the effectiveness of past Peace Pacts, highlighting that they had not achieved their intended outcomes, particularly referencing the 2020 elections, during which eight NDC members were allegedly killed by national security operatives without accountability.
During an August 20 meeting with the National Peace Council at the NDC headquarters, Mr. Nketia detailed the certain conditions for the NDC’s participation in the Peace Pact.
The NDC is demanding that the recommendations from the investigation into the violence during the Ayawaso West Wuogon by-election be fully implemented.
They also want those responsible for election-related violence in the last election to be prosecuted, stressing the importance of justice and prevention.
The party is calling for accountability regarding irregularities in the printing of ballot papers and insists that visible measures be taken to prevent such issues from happening again.
They are also pushing for a thorough investigation into the missing IT equipment from the Electoral Commission’s (EC) warehouse, expressing concerns about the integrity of the EC’s systems and the potential bias of its staff.
Furthermore, the NDC is urging the President to publicly commit to respecting the results of the 2024 elections. Lastly, the party insists that the Peace Pact should be signed by key figures, including the Inspector General of Police, the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the National Security Coordinator, before they will consider signing it themselves.
Source: Citinewsroom.com
