The national U-17 women’s team, the Black Maidens recovered from an opening day loss to Japan by coming from behind to stun their counterparts from USA 2-1 in the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Jordan.
The Maidens recovered from the early set-back but were let down by errant shooting in the final third.
The Maidens returned rejuvenated after the break perhaps roused by a stern team talk from coach Evans Adotey.
They got their just reward in the 63rd minute when a cross to the far post eluded USA goalie Kazya Massey leaving Gifty Acheampong with the simple task of nodding home.
Skipper Sandra Owusu Ansah completed the memorable comeback with only six minutes remaining when she converted a penalty.
The result left Ghana tied on three points with leaders Japan and USA after two games. Japan face Paraguay later tonight in their second game.
Source: Dan Kwasi Prince// www.dailyviewgh.com /Ghana
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