Winfried Schafer: Ghana U20 needs a strong striker for AFCON

[caption id=attachment_1226583 align=alignnone width=1242] Winfried Schafer interacting with Black Satellites technical team members[/caption]Ghana's national team technical advisor and GFA Director of Football, Winfried Schafer, has identified a key weakness in the Black Satellites squad ahead of the 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations - the lack of a strong striker.Speaking after Ghanas U20 side played a goalless draw against Hearts of Oak, Schafer emphasised the need for a reliable number nine.The match was good, but in the first half, nobody took a shot at goal 70% contact, but no final pass. We need a strong number ninesomeone who can keep the ball and attack crosses, he said.The Black Satellites are set to compete in Group A alongside hosts Cote dIvoire, DR Congo, Tanzania, and a yet-to-be-confirmed Central African side.Schafer also shared his thoughts on Ghanas chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read Full Story