Ghana’s Black Satellites were held to a 1-1 draw by Burkina Faso in their second Group B match at the WAFU B U-20 Championship on Thursday, leaving their qualification hopes hanging by a thread.Joseph Badu’s equaliser seven minutes after Burkina Faso’s stunning free-kick opener ensured Ghana secured a point, but the result leaves the Black Satellites third in Group B with just one point from two matches.Nigeria top the group with six points, having secured a semi-final spot, while Burkina Faso sit second with four points.Ghana must beat Togo in their final group match and hope Nigeria defeat Burkina Faso by a convincing margin to stand any chance of progressing to the semi-finals. Goal difference will be crucial, as Ghana currently trail Burkina Faso by three points.The Black Satellites have already secured automatic qualification for the 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations as hosts, but the WAFU B Championship remains vital for team development and building momentum ahead of the continental tournament.
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