The University for Development Studies (UDS) wins World University Football Championship 2025 after defeating Brazil’s Paulista University 2-1 in extra time. This victory makes UDS the first African university to lift the prestigious trophy, marking a proud moment for Ghana and the entire continent.
The final match was dramatic from the very start. Paulista University shocked UDS with an early goal in less than a minute. But the Ghanaian team kept their composure, showing resilience and determination. Captain Mohammed Sulemana equalized deep in injury time, sending the match into extra time.
In a moment of brilliance, Ezedeen Alhassan scored directly from a corner kick, sealing a famous 2-1 comeback win. The victory sparked massive celebrations among Ghanaian supporters and across Africa.
UDS wins World University Football Championship 2025 not only through their performance in the final but also through their remarkable journey. The Tamale-based university stayed unbeaten in the group stages, beat South Korea’s Kyungil University in the quarterfinals, and eliminated Spain’s University of Granada in a tense semifinal penalty shootout, thanks to goalkeeper Emmanuel Edo’s heroics.
Guided by coach Ibrahim Tanko, the team combined discipline, flair, and teamwork throughout the tournament. Their victory is a golden chapter in Ghana’s sporting history, proving that African universities can compete and triumph on the global stage. The trophy coming to Africa is more than just football success; it is inspiration for students, athletes, and future generations.
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