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Ghana’s Starlet Abdul Fatawu Named AFCON U20 Best Player

The 16-year-old was singled out as the tournament’s most valuable player (mvp) thanks to his cultured left foot, soccer IQ and dexterity.

U-20 Afcon: Issahaku Abdul Fatawu named Most Valuable Player of the tournament

TOTAL AFCON U20 Awards: Ghana midfielder Issahaku Abdul Fatawu was adjudged the Most Valuable Player of the just concluded 2021 AFCON U20 Cup of Nations.

The 16-year-old was singled out as the tournament’s most valuable player (mvp) thanks to his cultured left foot, soccer IQ and dexterity.

Fatawu, who plies his trade for Tamale-based lower division side SteadFast FC, scored two goals in the tournament to help Ghana win a fourth title.

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He gained global attention when he scored a Puskas Award contender in Ghana’s 4-0 win over Tanzania in their opener.

Ghana defeated Uganda 2-0 in the AFCON U20 final to lift their 4th title and first since 2009.

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