MTN Elite U19 Championship Set to Kick Off Soon

Event Details

The inaugural MTN Elite U19 Championship is scheduled to take place from October 23 to November 2, 2025, at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence located in Prampram.

Championship Overview

This 11-day event will showcase ten teams from various Regional Football Associations (RFA) U19, uniting some of the country’s most talented young footballers in a celebration of skill, teamwork, and commitment to the sport.

Sponsorship and Objectives

With the support of MTN, a leading telecommunications company, the MTN Elite U19 Championship aims to discover, support, and promote young football talent from the grassroots level. It offers a vital platform for players in second-division and regional leagues to demonstrate their abilities, gain significant exposure, and possibly attract the interest of national youth squads and professional teams.

Development Focus

Beyond merely a competitive tournament, this championship serves as a comprehensive development program that aligns with the Football Association’s “Power to the Youth” initiative, in addition to important national and international youth football strategies, such as the FIFA Talent Development Scheme, the Elite Academies Project, and the Catch Them Young Refereeing Programme.

Building a Sustainable Football Ecosystem

The MTN Elite U19 Championship is pivotal in fostering a lasting football environment that emphasizes early talent recognition, skill enhancement, and equal opportunity. It aims to connect grassroots football with elite training, ensuring that young athletes have well-structured avenues for professional advancement.

Anticipation Builds

As the tournament approaches, excitement is palpable among coaches, scouts for national teams, and football fans, all eager to witness the emergence of Ghana’s future football champions embarking on their paths to achievement.