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Maxwell Konadu

Also known as: coach Maxwell Konadu

Head coach of Ghana's Black Satellites U-20 team competing in the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship.

2026-05-042026-09-13

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Maxwell Konadu has worked with Kotoko before. Everybody you mention has been there before,” he said.

    Asante Kotoko should have appointed Ignatius Osei-Fosu – Kojo Addae-Mensah
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    Head Coach Maxwell Konadu and his side will then return to action on Thursday, July 30, when they take on Burkina Faso at 6pm local time, before concluding their group campaign against Togo on Sunday, August 2, at the Stade CKB, with kick-off again set for 2pm.

    Black Satellites, Nigeria face-off in WAFU B U-20 group opener
  4. May 2026
  5. Joy Online

    Ben Fokuo, Paa Kwesi Fabian, Karim Zito, Maxwell Konadu, Frimpong Manso, Laryea Kingston, Jacob Nettey, Nana Agyemang, and Prosper Ogum.

    Hindsight: Laryea’s revenge, Ogum’s regrets, and the GFA’s (near) decade of decadence
  6. Joy Online

    Former Black Stars assistant coach Maxwell Konadu, who attended the Soyalana Gala Tournament, praised the Tolon MP for the initiative adding that the team will visit the constituency annually to identify talented players for the national teams.

    Tolon: Two players from Soyalana Gala Tournament selected for National U-20 team
  7. Daily Guide

    The youthful side showed attacking quality and confidence throughout the contest as Osei Tutu, Issah Barhama, Ramsey Asumadu and Kyran Amankwah all found the back of the net to hand coach Maxwell Konadu another positive result in the team’s ongoing preparations.

    Black Satellites Step Up Preparations With Impressive Win Over Semper Fi
  8. Joy Online

    The team featured Ghana U-20 manager Maxwell Konadu and U-16 assistant coach Awudu Issaka, who were in the area to scout for emerging talents.

    Talent identification takes Maxwell Konadu and Awudu Issaka to Tolon
Sport

Ashanti Region wins 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship

The News

Ashanti Region defeated defending champions Eastern Region 4-3 in the final of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The match was decided by a late goal from substitute Emmanuel Boateng in the 82nd minute.

4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 4 September

  1. Ashanti Region wins 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship

    Ashanti Region defeated defending champions Eastern Region 4-3 in the final of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The match was decided by a late goal from substitute Emmanuel Boateng in the 82nd minute.

    4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Ashanti Region wins 2026 MTN Elite U-19 championship

    Ashanti Region defeated defending champions Eastern Region 4-3 in the final of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, with the match producing seven goals.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Black Satellites exit WAFU B U-20 tournament after draw with Togo

    Ghana's Black Satellites finished third in Group B of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship after a goalless draw with Togo in Côte d'Ivoire, with head coach Maxwell Konadu saying the team will use the experience as a lesson for next year's TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

    4 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 3 August

  1. Ghana Black Satellites eliminated from WAFU U-20 Championship

    Ghana's Black Satellites were knocked out of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship after a goalless draw with Togo in their final group match, finishing third in Group B with two points. Head coach Maxwell Konadu said the team will reorganise and come back stronger ahead of hosting the 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 July

  1. Black Satellites seek revival against Burkina Faso in WAFU B

    Ghana's U-20 team faces Burkina Faso on Thursday in a crucial Group B match at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, needing victory to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive after a 4-2 opening loss to Nigeria.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Black Satellites seek response against Burkina Faso

    Ghana's U-20 football team plays Burkina Faso at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship in Côte d'Ivoire today, looking to recover after a 4-2 loss to Nigeria and earn their first points of the tournament. Coach Maxwell Konadu has indicated tactical adjustments ahead of the match as the team seeks to strengthen their knockout stage qualification chances.

    30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Black Satellites vow to bounce back after Nigeria loss

    Ghana's Under-20 football team lost 4-2 to Nigeria in their opening Group B match of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship in Côte d'Ivoire. Coach Maxwell Konadu acknowledged defensive lapses cost Ghana the match but said the team aims to recover and win upcoming games.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Black Satellites lose 4-2 to Nigeria in WAFU B U20 opener

    Ghana's U-20 side suffered a 4-2 defeat to defending champions Nigeria in their opening Group B match of the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship in Côte d'Ivoire, with goals from Mohammed Zaidan and captain Kelvin Nkrumah (penalty) proving insufficient as Nigeria scored twice from the spot.

    28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Ghana U20 lose 4-2 to Nigeria in WAFU B opener

    Ghana U20 head coach Maxwell Konadu acknowledged his high-pressing tactical approach backfired against defending champions Nigeria in a 4-2 defeat at the WAFU B U20 Championship, with defensive mistakes allowing Nigeria to take control. Ghana will face Burkina Faso on July 30 and Togo on August 2 in their remaining Group B matches.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 July

  1. Konadu names Black Satellites squad for WAFU B U-20 Championship

    Ghana's Black Satellites, led by Head Coach Maxwell Konadu, have arrived in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, which serves as a qualifier for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations to be hosted by Ghana. The team will face Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Togo in the group stage as they aim for regional glory.

    27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Analyst argues Kotoko should have hired Osei-Fosu over Tinkler

    Football analyst Kojo Addae-Mensah contends that Ignatius Osei-Fosu would have been a better choice than South African Eric Tinkler for Asante Kotoko's head coach position, arguing that most available local coaches have previously worked for the club and that Osei-Fosu, currently an assistant with Sudan's national team, would have been a fresh alternative.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. Black Satellites face Nigeria in WAFU B U-20 opener

    Ghana's U-20 national team will open the WAFU B U-20 Championship against Nigeria on Monday, July 27, at the Lycée Scientifique Stadium in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire. The Black Satellites are grouped with Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Togo in Group B.

    20 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 25 May

  1. Laryea Kingston's Uganda beats Ogum's team in Morocco tournament

    Laryea Kingston's Uganda team defeated a side coached by Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum at the El Abdi Stadium in El Jadida, Morocco, showcasing Kingston's mastery of tactical and practical coaching as he pursues his CAF License A certification.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Two players from Tolon tournament selected for U-20 squad

    The Tolon MP announced that two players from the Soyalana Gala Tournament have been selected for the national Under-20 team. Tamale Victory Stars have also signed six players and arranged four for trials abroad, while coaches of the semi-finalist teams will be enrolled in the GFA License D coaching course.

    12 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Black Satellites beat Semper Fi 4-2 in friendly prep

    Ghana's U-20 national team defeated Koforidua Semper Fi 4-2 in a friendly match as part of preparations ahead of the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, which Ghana will host. Coach Maxwell Konadu is assessing the squad's tactical discipline and competitiveness.

    8 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 4 May

  1. GFA delegation scouts youth talent in Tolon grassroots competition

    A Ghana Football Association delegation led by the National Juvenile Committee chairman, including U-20 manager Maxwell Konadu and U-16 assistant coach Awudu Issaka, visited Tolon Constituency in the Northern Region to scout emerging talents at the Soyalana Community Gala grassroots competition. The team, which also included Eleven Wonders FC coach Emmanuel Aidoo, engaged with players and local stakeholders at the tournament featuring 16 communities.

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online

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