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MTN Elite U19: Brong Ahafo Shines in Opening Match with Dominant Victory Against Northern Region

Brong Ahafo Triumphs with Dominant 5-0 Win in MTN Elite U19 Championship

Impressive Start to the Tournament

Brong Ahafo launched their campaign in the MTN Elite U19 Championship in spectacular fashion, achieving a resounding 5-0 victory over Northern Region on Saturday at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.

Key Performers

Forward Adu Bame Kingsford was the star of the match, netting two goals; he scored the first from the penalty spot in the 10th minute and added another in the 24th minute, allowing Brong Ahafo to gain a commanding lead early in the game. Striker Osei Owusu Michael then increased the gap with a goal in the 41st minute, wrapping up a powerful performance in the first half.

In the second half, Brong Ahafo maintained their offensive pressure. Player of the Match Gideon Otabil contributed a fourth goal, while substitute Dankwa Obed capped off the rout with a fifth goal during injury time.

Northern Region Struggles

Despite their earlier success against Western Region, Northern Region found it difficult to match Brong Ahafo’s intensity and creativity throughout the match.

Upcoming Championship Details

The MTN Elite U19 Championship is running from October 23 to November 2, 2025, featuring ten U-19 teams from various Regional Football Associations across Ghana. This competition plays a crucial role in providing a platform for the nation’s promising young talents to showcase their skills, gain experience, and attract the attention of national youth selectors and professional scouts.

Commitment to Youth Development

Sponsoring the tournament, MTN Ghana reaffirms the Ghana Football Association’s dedication to nurturing youth football by creating a structured pathway for budding talents to advance from grassroots levels to professional and national stages.

Brong Ahafo’s outstanding performance sends a clear warning to their competitors and sets a high standard for an exhilarating tournament ahead.

GFA Communications