Also known as: The Black Starlets · the Starlets
Ghana's U-17 national football team competing in 2026 WAFU Zone B Championship as qualifier for 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Twenty-nine players have been handed call-ups to begin preparations for Ghana’s participation in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship, following an extensive talent identification and screening exercise conducted by Black Starlets coach Kasim Ocansey Mingle. …
29 Players to commence Black Starlets preparations ahead of 2026 WAFU U-17 ChampionshipThe Ghanaian Times
Twenty-nine players have been handed call-ups to begin preparations for Ghana’s participation in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship, following an extensive talent identification and screening exercise conducted by Black Starlets coach, Kasim Ocansey Mingle. …
Black Starlets coach invites 29 for 2026 WAFU U-17 preparationsJoy Online
… Players progressed from the Starlets, Satellites and Meteors to the Black Stars, and the same applied to the women’s teams,” he said. …
We need development pathway, not selection exercise – Sports Minister urges football stakeholdersJoy Online
Black Starlets midfielder Ernest Ofori is currently undergoing trials with Swedish side Falkenberg FF ahead of a possible deal. …
Ghanaian youngster Ernest Ofori trials with Swedish side Falkenberg FFThe Ghanaian Times
… He was a member of the Black Starlets squad that finished runners-up at the 2017 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations and later represented Ghana at the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup in India where he scored against the host nation. …
Former Black Starlets, Satellites star Toku eyes Black Stars invitationJoy Online
… There is no better joy than helping your country.” Kingston’s last involvement with any Ghana national team was during his time with the Black Starlets three years ago.
Laryea Kingston issues come-and-get-me plea to GFA over Black Stars coaching roleThe Ghanaian Times
The Black Starlets’ hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after suffering an 8-7 penalty shootout defeat to Uganda following a thrilling 2-2 draw in their play-off match at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. …
Black Starlets miss out on FIFA U17 World Cup after 8-7 shootout defeatThe Ghanaian Times
The Black Starlets’ hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup came to a heartbreaking end after suffering an 8-7 penalty shootout defeat to Uganda following a thrilling 2-2 draw in their play-off match at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. …
Black Starlets miss out on FIFA U17 World Cup after 8-7 shootout defeatJoy Online
Ghana’s Black Starlets have failed to qualify for the FIFA Under 17 World Cup following a penalty shoot-out loss to Uganda. …
FIFA U17 World Cup playoffs: Uganda beat Black Starlets on penalties to qualifyDaily Guide
Ghana’s Black Starlets ended their 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a spirited 3-1 victory over South Africa national under-17 football team, but heartbreakingly missed out on qualification after losing a drawing of lots to Algeria. …
Black Starlets Exit U17 AFCONGhana's Black Starlets (Under-17 team) are traveling by bus from Prampram to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso for a WAFU Zone B tournament in October, a decision criticized by a former NSA Board Chair as inappropriate given the 960km distance and security challenges.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Starlets (Under-17 team) are traveling by bus from Prampram to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso for a WAFU Zone B tournament in October, a decision criticized by a former NSA Board Chair as inappropriate given the 960km distance and security challenges.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U17 football team has travelled more than 20 hours by road to Ouagadougou for the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, which begins on Saturday, October 10. The Starlets are grouped with Togo, Benin, and hosts Burkina Faso, with the top two teams advancing to the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 KGL Foundation U-17 Inter-Regional Colts Championship has been officially launched, designed to identify and develop young talents for Ghana's national U-17 side while providing a competitive platform for players from Regional Colts competitions across the country.
5 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Morocco's U17 side defeated Ghana's Black Starlets 2-1 in a friendly match in Rabat, scoring a goal with the final kick of the game. Ghana played with 10 men for most of the second half after captain Abdul Rafiu Issah received a red card, but equalised in the 75th minute before Morocco's late winner.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U17 side plays Morocco's U17 team today in their second scheduled friendly as they prepare for the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, which serves as a qualifying tournament for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations. The Starlets won the first encounter 2-0.
30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U17 national team stepped up preparations for their second friendly against Morocco's U17 side following a recovery session Sunday and an intensive Monday training session. The team won the first match 2-0 with goals from Hope Agbasi and Alidu Issah, and will face Morocco again on Wednesday as part of preparations for the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U17 national team stepped up training following their 2-0 victory over Morocco's U17 side, with coach Kassim Ocansey focusing on physical conditioning, tactical organisation, and attacking play ahead of the second friendly on Wednesday.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 team won 2–0 against Morocco in an international friendly at the King Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat, with Hope Agbasi scoring in the 24th minute and Alidu Issah converting a penalty in the second half. The victory marks the start of their preparation for the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, a qualifying tournament for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations.
28 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U17 football team has departed for Morocco to play two international friendly matches against Morocco's U17 side as preparation for the upcoming WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, which serves as a qualifier for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations.
25 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's U-17 team will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Togo on October 10, 2026, in the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso, followed by matches against Benin and the hosts. Only the two finalists of the championship will qualify for the 2027 U-17 AFCON in Morocco.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Kasim Ocansey Mingle has named 29 players from the 2010-year group to begin preparations for Ghana's 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship participation, with the top two finishers earning qualification to the 2027 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations. The tournament will be held in October in Ouagadougou.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Kasim Ocansey Mingle has invited 29 players from the 2010 birth year to prepare for Ghana's participation in the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship in Ouagadougou, where the top two finalists will qualify for the 2027 Africa U-17 Cup of Nations.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams has urged football stakeholders to implement a deliberate youth development agenda with structured player progression rather than selection-driven systems, noting that Ghana once produced generational talents through clear pathways from age-group teams to the Black Stars.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Starlets midfielder Ernest Ofori is undergoing a two-week trial with Swedish side Falkenberg FF. The Great Somas FC captain has been in Sweden for assessment as part of a possible move managed by One World Sports Management.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Emmanuel Toku, a former Ghana U-17 and U-20 captain now playing for Thai champions Buriram United, says he hopes to earn an invitation to the Black Stars senior team through consistent performances at club level and hard work. He acknowledged that past youth team achievements alone are insufficient and that only players who prove themselves on the pitch deserve the opportunity.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston, currently coaching Uganda's U-17 team, has indicated interest in becoming the next Black Stars coach, advocating for a five-year project approach rather than immediate tournament success.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Starlets missed qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup after losing 8-7 on penalties to Uganda following a 2-2 draw in the play-off match at the U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U17 team lost 8-7 on penalties to Uganda following a 2-2 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations play-off, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA U17 World Cup.
25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Starlets failed to qualify for the FIFA Under 17 World Cup after losing to Uganda 8-7 on penalties following a 2-2 draw in normal time.
23 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Starlets defeated South Africa 3-1 in their final 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations group match but were eliminated after a drawing of lots went against them; Ghana and Algeria finished level on points and identical goal differences, forcing the lot draw to decide the second-place finisher.
22 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's U-17 side defeated South Africa 3-1 in their final Group D match at the 2026 AFCON U-17, with captain Joseph Narbi scoring twice from penalties. Despite the victory, Ghana's qualification to the knockout stage remains uncertain as they finished level with Algeria on points, goal difference and head-to-head record, awaiting a CAF draw of lots.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →
GFA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku delivered a message of encouragement to Ghana's U17 national team via Zoom ahead of their final Group D clash against South Africa at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, reminding them of their preparations despite sitting bottom of the table with one point after two matches.
20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U17 team, after a 1-0 loss to Senegal in their second Group D game of the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations, are focusing on their final fixture against South Africa tomorrow, which is crucial for their qualification hopes and potential ticket to the FIFA U17 World Cup. The team held a recovery session Monday under Head Coach Dr Prosper Narteh Ogum ahead of the decisive match.
20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Football Association leadership and Sports Ministry officials held a national interdenominational thanksgiving and prayer service in Accra on May 17, 2026, seeking divine guidance for the Black Stars' participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in North America.
19 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Black Starlets took a 2–0 lead against Algeria in their opening Group D match at the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026, with goals from Yao Gavi Robinho and Eric Adu Gyamfi, but surrendered both goals in the second half to finish 2–2.
15 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Starlets led 2-0 early against Algeria in their Group D opener at the CAF U-17 AFCON Morocco 2026, with Yao Gavi Robinho scoring in the second minute and Eric Adu Gyamfi adding a long-range volley in the tenth. Algeria scored twice in the second half to equalize, and the match ended 2-2.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Under head coach Prosper Nartey Ogum, Ghana's U17 side features technically gifted attackers, physically imposing defenders and tactically intelligent midfielders hoping to continue the country's youth football legacy. The article profiles five prospects, including striker Robinho Yao Gavi of Hakla FC, described as a physically strong, direct centre-forward attracting European attention.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U17 team begins their 2026 Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Algeria in Rabat on Thursday, having qualified for the continental tournament after finishing second in WAFU Zone B qualifying. Coach Prosper Narteh Ogum's squad prepared with friendlies against Ivory Coast twice and Mali ahead of the Group D clash.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U-17 side, led by head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum, are prepared and confident ahead of their opening Group D match against Algeria at the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday in Rabat. The team has completed preparations in Morocco with all players available and no injury concerns reported.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 team has finished training ahead of their opening Group D match against Algeria at the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco on May 14, with head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum's squad in high morale and all players fit after a productive preparation including a 4-0 victory over Ivory Coast.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →