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Soccer News of Wednesday, 4 July 2001

Source: GNA

President Kufuor sends goodwill message to Satellites

President John Agyekum Kufuor has sent a goodwill message to the management and players of the national under-20 team, Black Satellites currently in Argentina participating in the 13th FIFA World Under-20 Youth championship.

A message signed by the President congratulated the team for the impressive performance put up so far in the tournament.

The message said, "having followed your exploits in the tournament; my admiration for your sterling performance knows no bounds".

He said the whole country was behind them sharing this feeling and constantly praying in a collective hope of another Youth World Cup.

President Kufuor wished the satellites the best of luck in their semi finals encounter against Egypt on Wednesday.

" I pray and hope that the Ghanaian fighting spirit and deep sense of patriotism will spur you on to win the trophy for the country."

He promised a hearty welcome for them on their arrival.