Ghana U-23 coach expresses confidence ahead of Libya qualifier

Ghana’s Black Meteors are preparing for a two-legged second-round qualifier against Libya for the 2027 CAF Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations. Head coach Desmond Ofei has expressed full confidence in his squad, stating he is “100 per cent” certain the team will qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

The matches are scheduled to take place during the November 9–17, 2026, international window. The first leg will be played in Libya, followed by a return fixture in Ghana. The Black Meteors are seeking to return to the Olympic men’s football tournament for the first time since the Athens 2004 Games.

Libya advanced to this stage after defeating Togo with a 4-1 aggregate score. Ofei emphasized that his players are motivated to demonstrate Ghana’s footballing talent and restore the nation’s standing in international youth football.