Laryea Kingston shares excitement after leading Black Starlets to big win in WAFU B opener

Black Starlets coach Laryea Kingston is reveling in the delight of guiding his team to a dominant 5-1 triumph over Ivory Coast in their first match of the WAFU B U17 Cup of Nations.

The Ghana U17 squad exhibited their strength with goals from Joseph Narbi (2), Godfred Sarpong, Harve Gbafa, and Mark Kagawa Mensah securing

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Following the game, Coach Kingston recognized the challenge presented by the Ivorian team, emphasizing their quality. Despite the comprehensive victory, he acknowledged the obstacles encountered during the match.

"It’s a pleasure. We must savor it. It was not an easy match. The Ivorians are a tough opponent. They made it challenging for us. We struggled to control the game due to their style of play. I am thrilled. Now, Ghanaians should enjoy this moment as it is a commendable victory against a formidable opponent," stated Coach Laryea Kingston.

With this triumph, the Black Starlets are now concentrating on their upcoming match against Benin in the WAFU B U17 Cup of Nations competition.

This win signifies a significant advancement in Ghana's quest to secure a position in the U17 Africa Cup of Nations, a milestone they have not reached since 2017.