The Black Stars of Ghana concluded their 2025 Unity Cup campaign on a triumphant note, securing third place with a decisive 4-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago. The match, held at London's GTech Community Stadium on Saturday, served as a positive rebound for Coach Otto Addo's side after their narrow 2-1 semifinal defeat to Nigeria.

Ghana asserted their dominance early in the game. Captain Jordan Ayew initiated the scoring in the 6th minute with a well-executed left-foot shot. Just six minutes later, Razak Simpson, making his debut, doubled Ghana's advantage by heading home an Ayew corner kick. The offensive momentum continued, and Mohammed Fuseini, also on his debut, found the net just before halftime with a precise finish following a one-two play with Jordan Ayew, taking the score to 3-0.

The second half saw Coach Otto Addo make strategic substitutions to inject further energy into the team, introducing players like Felix Afena Gyan, Majeed Ashimeru, and Abdul Aziz Issah. Lawrence Agyekum, who started the match due to injuries to regular players, marked his debut memorably by scoring Ghana's fourth goal in the 58th minute, capitalizing on a goalkeeping error from the Trinidad and Tobago side.

The match also marked the long-awaited return of forward Felix Afena-Gyan to the Black Stars. The 21-year-old, who last represented Ghana 981 days prior in a friendly against Brazil in September 2022, came on as a second-half substitute. His re-introduction to international football, with Ghana already commanding a strong lead, signaled a fresh chapter for the former AS Roma player.

Another significant moment was the senior national team debut of promising midfielder Abdul Aziz Issah. The Barcelona B player was introduced in the 66th minute, replacing fellow debutant Lawrence Agyekum. Issah's call-up by Coach Otto Addo was a reward for his impressive performances with Dreams FC in the CAF Confederation Cup and his key role in Ghana's U-20 Africa Games gold medal victory. The 19-year-old's inclusion underscores the technical team's commitment to integrating young talent into the Black Stars setup.

Defender Gideon Mensah experienced a personal milestone, wearing the Black Stars captain's armband for the first time in his international career. The Auxerre player was handed the captaincy in the second half after Jordan Ayew, who had captained the side from kickoff, was substituted. Mensah, 26, stepped into the leadership role in the absence of several senior players unavailable for the tournament. He effectively marshaled the defense, contributing to the clean sheet and showcasing his leadership credentials.

Despite late efforts from Trinidad and Tobago to score a consolation goal, Ghana's defense, with Lawrence Ati-Zigi in goal, remained resolute, ensuring a clean sheet. The commanding 4-0 victory provided a stylish finish to the tournament for the four-time African champions, highlighting a positive performance under coach Otto Addo with a blend of experienced players and promising young talents.