Denis Marfo Named in Ghana U-20 Squad for AFCON: Rising Star Earns National Team Call-Up

Ghanaian young talent Denis Marfo has officially earned a call-up to the national U-20 squad ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The promising midfielder, who has been making waves with his consistent performances, is expected to play a key role in the team’s midfield lineup. This call-up marks a significant milestone in his career, as he joins a competitive group of rising stars preparing for continental glory. Accra Street Journal understands that Marfo’s inclusion is part of the technical team’s broader strategy to inject fresh energy and talent into the squad.

Denis Marfo has received a call-up to the Black Satellites squad ahead of their 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign in Egypt.

The 19-year-old defender-cum-midfielder is seen as a key addition by head coach Desmond Ofei.

Marfo previously featured for the team during the WAFU Zone B qualifiers and also played in their international friendly against Germany U-20, a match that ended in a heavy 5-0 defeat for Ghana.

Ghana U20 vs Germany U20 – First Half Highlights:

The Black Satellites are trailing 4-0 at halftime in their second friendly match, as they prepare for the WAFU Zone B Championships.

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Marfo is known for his visionary passing, strength, pace, aggression, speed, and agility. A natural ball-winner, he’s regarded as a defender with a midfielder’s brain.

He currently plays for Internacional in Brazil’s Serie A, having joined from MSK Zilina Africa, a Ghanaian second division side. Despite playing in Brazil, he has remained a regular face in Internacional’s U-20 setup.

Ghana have been drawn into Group C of this year’s CAF U-20 AFCON, alongside Senegal, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and the Central African Republic.

The competition, which was initially scheduled to take place in Côte d’Ivoire, has been moved to Egypt after the West African nation pulled out.

Last Updated on April 17, 2025 by samboad