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MTN Elite U19: Eastern Region Defeats Brong Ahafo to Uphold Immaculate Record While Volta Prevails in Penalty Shootout

Eastern Region Maintains Winning Streak in MTN Elite U19 Championship

Matchday 3 Summary

The Eastern Region continued their outstanding performance in the ongoing MTN Elite U19 Championship with a slim 1–0 victory against Brong Ahafo during Matchday 3. This win marks their third consecutive victory at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.

Key Moment

A crucial free kick executed by Bawa Mahdi in the 55th minute secured the victory, allowing Eastern Region to maintain their perfect record in the tournament. This triumph places them six points ahead at the top of the standings, emphasizing their superiority in the competition.

Other Fixtures

In the last match of the day, Volta Region triumphed over Central Region after a thrilling penalty shootout that followed a 1–1 tie during regular play. Nathaniel Adanu put Volta in the lead at the 55-minute mark, only for Yaw Yeboah Dasman to equalize in the 74th minute, pushing the game to penalties. Volta displayed composure, winning the shootout 5–3, which earned them two crucial points and solidified their standing in Group B with five points after three games.

Championship Overview

Taking place from October 23 to November 2, 2025, the MTN Elite U19 Championship features ten U-19 teams representing various Regional Football Associations (RFAs) across Ghana. This tournament is an essential opportunity for some of the country’s most talented young players to exhibit their skills, gain valuable experience, and draw the attention of national youth team selectors and professional scouts.

The tournament is proudly backed by MTN Ghana and reinforces the Ghana Football Association’s dedication to developing youth football, establishing a well-structured path for emerging players to progress from grassroots levels to national and professional spheres.