Ghana’s National U-15 Boys advanced to the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival after defeating Korea Republic 2-1 in Azerbaijan on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

Abdul Aziz Issah continued his impressive scoring run at the tournament by finding the net again, while an own goal by the Korea Republic defence completed Ghana’s victory in the Round of 32.

The result maintained Ghana’s perfect record in the competition. They had finished top of Group W with five wins from five matches before overcoming a disciplined Korea Republic side in the knockout stage.

Ghana have now gone unbeaten in six matches at the FIFA Talent Development Scheme tournament and have scored 29 goals during their campaign.

The National U-15 Boys will discover their opponents in the Round of 16 as they continue their run in Azerbaijan.

Credit: ghanasoccernet.com