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Sports News of Friday, 2 May 2025

    

Source: www.ghanawebbers.com

Elliot Mahama Captains Sweden’s U16s in Style

Elliot Mahama Appring is a 15-year-old football player. He plays for Sweden’s U16 national team. He has Ghanaian heritage and shows great leadership on the pitch.

Mahama plays as a centre-back for AIK FF’s youth team. This team competes in the Allsvenskan Norra, a top Swedish youth division. Despite his young age, he stands out for his defensive skills and leadership.

Recently, he captained Sweden’s U16 team in important matches. These games were against Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Norway. His performances have boosted his reputation across Europe.

Mahama is known for his physicality and calm decision-making. Scouts have taken notice of his ability to organize play from the back. His vocal presence makes him a standout among other players.

Importantly, Mahama can still choose to represent Ghana internationally. The Ghana Football Association is focusing on talent from the diaspora. This presents an opportunity to secure a promising dual-national player early in his career.