Ghana drew 1-1 with rivals Nigeria in the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship opener on Saturday.The Black Starlets had to come from behind to pick a point from the match.
Ghana had majority of ball possession in the first half but could not find the back of the net despite the several attacks mounted on Nigeria.
Substitute Joseph Arumala put Nigeria in front after 83 minutes from the penalty spot after striker Abdullahi Ahmed was fouled inside the box.
The Starlets also earned a penalty after the Eaglets goalkeeper Destiny pulled a Ghanaian forward clear on goal.
Captain Abdul Fatawu Issahaku neatly converted from the spot.
The Black Starlets need a draw in their final Group match against Ivory Coast to progress to the semi-final stage.
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