The MTN Elite U-19 Championship returns to action on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with four regions set to battle for places in the final at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence.
The competition has reached the eagerly anticipated semi-final stage, with Ashanti Region, Central Region, Brong Ahafo Region and defending champions Eastern Region emerging as the final four contenders in the race for the prestigious title.
The first semi-final will see Ashanti Region take on Central Region in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.
Ashanti Region progressed to the last four after finishing top of Group A, while Central Region secured their place in the semi-finals after finishing second in Group B behind Brong Ahafo Region.
Both sides will be determined to take the next major step towards the title when they face off at 13:00 GMT (1pm local time).
Having impressed during the group stage, Ashanti will head into the encounter looking to maintain their momentum and continue their impressive run in the competition. Central Region, meanwhile, will be equally motivated to upset the Group A winners and book their place in the final.
The second semi-final promises to be another exciting affair as Group B winners Brong Ahafo Region face defending champions Eastern Region in a highly anticipated repeat of last year's final.
The two regions produced a memorable contest in the inaugural edition of the MTN Elite U-19 Championship, with Eastern Region eventually overcoming Brong Ahafo Region in a dramatic penalty shootout to lift the trophy.
Wednesday's encounter therefore presents Brong Ahafo with an opportunity to seek revenge for last year's heartbreak, while Eastern Region will be aiming to defend their crown and take another step towards retaining the championship.
With their previous meeting still fresh in the minds of followers of the competition, the clash is expected to be a match of epic proportions, featuring two of the most exciting and talented youth sides in the championship.
One thing is certain: either Brong Ahafo Region or Eastern Region will once again feature in the final of the 2026 edition, ensuring that one of the two finalists from the inaugural championship will have another opportunity to compete for the coveted trophy.
The MTN Elite U-19 Championship continues to provide an important platform for identifying, developing and showcasing the next generation of Ghanaian football talent. The competition brings together some of the most promising young footballers from across the country, offering them the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities in a highly competitive environment.
GFA Communications