Ghana and Trinidad Clash for Unity Cup Third Place Today

Brentford, England – The Ghanaian Black Stars will face Trinidad and Tobago this afternoon in the third place play-off of the 2025 Unity Cup at Gtech Community Stadium.

Both teams are looking to salvage pride after narrowly missing the finals. Ghana was defeated 2-1 by Nigeria in the semi-finals, while Trinidad lost to Jamaica in a dramatic match that ended with a penalty kick in injury time.

The Black Stars, under coach Otto Addo, struggled in their semi-final, trailing 2-0 at halftime but showed resilience in the second half. Brandon Thomas-Asante scored his first international goal, bringing Ghana within one goal of equalizing just before time ran out.

“We learned a lot about our younger players during this tournament,” Addo said after the match. “Though we are disappointed, these experiences are vital for their growth.”

Trinidad and Tobago, coached by Dwight Yorke, faced a similar fate against Jamaica. After being down by two goals, they equalized but ultimately lost to a last-minute penalty by Richard King.

Fans of both nations are expected to bring excitement to the stadium. The Unity Cup, taking place for the first time in 21 years, is not just about football but also a celebration of the cultural ties within the African and Caribbean communities in London.

This match offers another chance for players to prove their worth and will have significant implications for their respective national teams moving forward. Ghana’s young talents and Trinidad’s fighters will be showcasing their skills while seeking redemption.

The game kicks off at 12:30 PM BST and will be streamed online for viewers in the UK.