Desmond Korlettey claimed his third Most Valuable Player award of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship as Central Region began their Group B campaign with a dominant 4-0 victory over Upper East Region.The forward was central to Central Region’s emphatic success in Saturday’s opening Group B fixture at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, producing another influential display in an impressive team performance.Korlettey scored twice to help his side secure a comprehensive win and
Desmond Korlettey claimed his third Most Valuable Player award of the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship as Central Region began their Group B campaign with a dominant 4-0 victory over Upper East Region.
The forward was central to Central Regions emphatic success in Saturdays opening Group B fixture at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, producing another influential display in an impressive team performance.
Korlettey scored twice to help his side secure a comprehensive win and further demonstrate the impact he has had on the competition so far. His latest accolade follows previous MVP awards earned in Central Regions matches against Greater Accra Region and Northern Region.
His continued form has made him one of the leading performers at this years championship, with his goals and all-round contribution helping Central Region make a powerful start to their Group B campaign.
The result underlined the regions attacking strength as they overcame Upper East Region in convincing fashion, while Korletteys latest individual honour added to an already notable tournament run.
Antwi leads Brong Ahafo to another convincing victory
Osafo Antwi was also named MVP after helping Brong Ahafo Region secure a commanding 5-1 victory over Greater Accra Region in the second Group B match played on Saturday.
Antwi delivered an influential performance as Brong Ahafo Region, who were last years losing finalists, maintained their impressive form in the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship.
The youngster scored during the match and played a major part in an attacking display that saw Brong Ahafo Region overwhelm Greater Accra Region. Their five-goal victory provided another emphatic result for a side that has continued to impress in the competition.
Antwis contribution earned him the MVP award and gave him individual recognition on an eventful Matchday Four.
The two results added to an exciting day of action in Group B, with both Central Region and Brong Ahafo Region recording significant victories. Korletteys brace and Antwis influential performance also highlighted the individual talent emerging during the championship.
The MTN Elite U-19 Championship continues to provide a valuable platform for some of Ghanas brightest young footballers. It is designed to help players improve their technical and tactical abilities while gaining competitive experience that can make an important contribution to their development and future careers.
Central Regions victory over Upper East Region and Brong Ahafo Regions success against Greater Accra Region were the latest examples of the intensity and attacking quality on display as the competition progressed. For Korlettey, the third MVP award further strengthened his standing as one of the tournaments standout players, while Antwis display offered another indication of his importance to Brong Ahafo Regions challenge.
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