Sultan Agunbiade Stuns Defending Champion to Set Up All-Nigerian U19 Final at ITTF Africa Youth Cup Accra 2026

The ITTF Africa Youth Cup Accra 2026 delivered another thrilling chapter as Nigeria’s Sultan Agunbiade produced a sensational performance to reach the U19 Boys’ Singles final at the Borteyman Sports Complex in Accra.

Agunbiade upset top seed and defending champion Wassim Essid in commanding fashion, securing a 4-1 victory to book his place in the championship match.

The Nigerian showcased confidence and composure throughout the encounter, overpowering the Tunisian to end Essid’s title defence.

The impressive victory sets up an all-Nigerian final, with Agunbiade set to face compatriot Kuti Matthew in what promises to be a thrilling showdown for the continental crown.

Both players have been among the standout performers throughout the tournament, displaying exceptional skill and consistency on their road to the final. Their meeting guarantees that Nigeria will finish the competition with the prestigious U19 Boys’ Singles title.

The ITTF Africa Youth Cup Accra 2026, hosted at the state-of-the-art Borteyman Sports Complex, has brought together some of the continent’s brightest young table tennis talents, providing an exciting platform for future stars to showcase their abilities.

As the curtain falls on the championship in Accra, all eyes will be on the eagerly anticipated all-Nigerian final, where Sultan Agunbiade and Kuti Matthew will battle for the U19 Boys’ Singles title and continental glory.