The maiden Democracy Youth Cup has crowned its standout performers with the official announcement of the All-Star Team, celebrating the most impressive players from the week-long youth tournament held at the Mac Dan Astro Turf in La, Accra.

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The competition, which ran from May 11 to May 15, 2026, brought together several promising youth sides across Ghana, with champions Attram De Visser leading the way after their dominant run to the title, capped by a 3-1 victory over JP FC in the final.

Following the conclusion of the tournament, organisers named 22 outstanding players who earned recognition for their performances across various clubs, with Attram De Visser, JP FC, Sari Third World, Charity FC, Soccer Engineers, Cheetah FC and Kotoku Shining Star all represented.

Midfielder Obeng Baah was named among the top performers after a series of commanding displays, while Samuel Anaba and Jonathan Samson also earned their spots for consistent performances throughout the tournament.

Defensive stalwart Kojo Mensah and Isaac Dodzi were recognised for their solidity at the back, while Mustapha Maswood and Razak Abdul impressed in midfield roles with their energy and creativity.

In attack, Harrison Asante, Manuel Doufor and Michael Appiah stood out with their sharp finishing and movement, with Razak Shirozdeen and Raymond Asante also earning selection after strong contributions in the final third.

Goalkeeper Mubarak Iddrisu was rewarded for his crucial saves across the competition, while Stephen Aboagye and Nowell Mensah added depth to the squad with impactful performances.

Other notable inclusions include Prince Antwi, Prince Asare, Frank Obour, William Nkrumah, Dixon Mohammed, Ocansey Ranilson and Osie Badu, all of whom played key roles for their respective teams during the tournament.

The Democracy Youth Cup is an initiative of the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin.



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