Ghana’s Black Satellites played out a 1-1 draw with DR Congo in their opening Group C match at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations on Friday night.
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DR Congo struck first in the 16th minute, capitalising on a defensive lapse, with striker Samuel Ntanda finding the back of the net.
Ghana responded swiftly, levelling the score in the 24th minute. Emmanuel Mensah delivered a precise through ball that split the Congolese defense, allowing Aziz Musibau to calmly slot home the equaliser.
Despite both teams pushing for a winner in the second half, neither side could break the deadlock, and the match ended all square.
The Black Satellites will face defending champions Senegal next at the Suez Stadium, while DR Congo take on the Central African Republic in their second group fixture.