UEFA International Tournament: Russia beat Ghana in opener in Zenit

The Black Starlets of Ghana faced a tough 3-1 defeat against Russia in the UEFA International Tournament.

The match, held in Zenit, displayed the skills of both teams, with Russia emerging victorious despite the Black Starlets dominating possession.

The game kicked off with an explosive start as Vadim Shilov of Russia scored just four minutes into the match, igniting celebrations among the Russian fans. This early goal set the pace for Russia's fast-paced play in the first half.

Shilov continued to make an impact, converting a penalty in the 30th minute to extend Russia's lead to 2-0. Zakhar Chushkin then added another goal just three minutes later, putting Russia comfortably ahead 3-0.

Despite the three-goal deficit, the Black Starlets showed resilience, and Ernest Ofori, coming off the bench, scored a consolation goal for Ghana in the 64th minute, injecting hope into the team.

Ghana dominated possession throughout the match, showcasing their potential ahead of the upcoming WAFU Zone B U17 tournament in Ghana next month.

Looking forward, Ghana aims to bounce back from this defeat as they face Serbia in their next group game on Friday.

Despite the loss, the Black Starlets will be determined to show their strength and resilience in future matches.

The clash between Russia and Ghana highlighted the excitement of international football, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the next thrilling match in the UEFA International Tournament.