Coach Dr. Prosper Narteh-Ogum Launches Selection Process for Black Starlets
Coach Dr. Prosper Narteh-Ogum has initiated a screening process to identify players for the Black Starlets squad ahead of the TotalEnergies U-17 Africa Cup of Nations. This marks a significant step for Ghana, as the team will be participating in the tournament for the first time in eight years. The qualification came after a second-place finish at the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship in Côte d’Ivoire.
The initial group of players has already reported to the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. They will undergo a week of training and friendly matches before additional players are brought in. Once the final squad is determined, they will prepare for the continental tournament scheduled to take place in Morocco in April 2026.
Selected Players for the Black Starlets Squad
The list of players called up for the Black Starlets includes:
- Issah Mohammed
- Bright Atton
- Clement Baffour
- Clinton Chonuntey
- Benedict Ahenkan
- Solomon Osei
- Gifson Nsekenyeson
- Abdul Manan Malik
- Kelvin Appiah
- Mustapha Mohammed
- Righteous Fordjour
- Patrick Agyei Wiredu
- Jerry Kwame Fofie
- Richard Chris
- Stephen Gyasi
- Dauda Fawzan
- Daniel Gyamfi
- Martin Tsisah
- Christopher Gamor
- Kingsley Amoah
- Bismark Ofori
- Abdul Razak Karim
- Lawson Kyei Jnr.
- Asuma Tophic
- Emmanuel Boakye
These young talents will have the opportunity to showcase their skills on an international stage, representing Ghana in one of the most prestigious youth football competitions in Africa.
Coach Maxwell Konadu Begins Selection for Black Satellites U-20 Team
Meanwhile, Coach Maxwell Konadu is preparing to conduct a similar screening exercise for the Black Satellites U-20 team ahead of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship. The first group of U-20 players will report to Prampram on Monday, November 17.
The list of players invited for the Black Satellites includes:
- Rafique Shaibu (FC Samartex)
- Asante Elisha K. (WAFA SC)
- Emmanuel Obeng (Vision FC)
- Rockson Amedeka (Right To Dream)
- Emmanuel Konadu (Inter Allies)
- Samuel Ayinebire (Bechem Utd)
- Lucky Tsey (Port City FC)
- Mohammed Izdeen (Dreams FC)
- Humaid Fuseini (Heart of Lions)
- Kofi Kumah Junior (Dreams FC)
- Edward Elijah (Inter Allies)
- Nathaniel Ohene Yaw (John Paintsil Academy)
- Fuzy Tailor (Medeama SC)
- Fatawu Ganiwu (Avranthes FC)
- Akwesi Soretu Dabori (Berekem Chelsea)
- Frederick Nzoley (Nations FC)
- Cephalopod Osabutey (Accra Hearts of Oak)
- Salomon Kwaku Sah (Asante Kotoko)
- Mensah Kagawa (Attram De Visser)
- Godwin Sefah (FC Samartex)
- Edward Kumi (Nkoom Academy)
- Albert Frimpong (Eleven Wonders)
- Yaw Annor (Bechem Utd)
- Francis Osei Owusu (Basake Holy Stars)
- Kingsford Agyemang (Young Apostles)
- Ebenezer Anane (Benab FC)
- Zaidan Mohammed (Karela FC)
- David Anane Keke (Hohoe Utd)
- Osafo Antwi (Great Olympics)
- Samuel Tetteh (Nations FC)
This selection process is crucial for the development of young footballers in Ghana, as it provides them with the chance to compete at a regional level and potentially represent the country in future continental events.
Preparing for the Future of Ghanaian Football
Both the Black Starlets and Black Satellites teams are working diligently to prepare for their upcoming tournaments. These efforts not only highlight the talent within Ghana but also contribute to the overall growth of football in the country. With proper support and guidance, these young players can become the future stars of the national team.