The Black Queens technical team has unveiled the squad list for the 2026 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers against Egypt. Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a strong 24-player squad, blending experience with emerging talent as Ghana aims to secure qualification for the continental showpiece in Morocco. Goalkeepers Cynthia Fiindib Konlan and Afi Amenyaku headline the list, ...
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed match officials for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2026 qualifier between Egypt and Ghana, scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2025, at the Ismailia-Suez Canal Stadium. South African referee Akhona Zennith Makalima will take charge of the highly anticipated encounter. She will be assisted by compatriot Nandipha Menze as Assistant ...
The Minority in Ghana’s Parliament has extended a generous donation to the Black Queens, Ghana’s senior women’s national football team, following their impressive performance at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. At a presentation ceremony at Parliament House in Accra, Minority Leader Hon. Afenyo Markins and a delegation of MPs commended the Black Queens for their ...
former Executive Council Member of the Ghana Football Association, Leanier Addy has branded former Black Queens coach Nora Häuptle as “overhyped” following Ghana’s performance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Nora left her role as Queens coach in January 2025 after her contract expired, with no new agreement reached with the Ghana FA. The Swiss coach, who later took ...
Moroccan referee Bouchra Karboubi will officiate Ghana’s first match against South Africa in the TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Karboubi will be assisted by compatriot Ihsane Ennouajeli Nouajli (Assistant I) and Algeria’s Asma Feriel Ouahab (Assistant II). Sabah Sadir from Morocco will serve as Fourth Official, while Sainabou Cham from Gambia will act as Match Commissioner. Tesfanesh Woreta Hailu ...
Coach Kim Lars Björkegren has announced the Black Queens squad for the upcoming TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The team boasts a mix of experienced players, ready to take on the continent’s best. Goalkeepers Kerrie McCarthy, Cynthia Konlan Findib, and Afi Amenyeku will provide stability between the posts. The defense will be marshaled by seasoned players like ...
The Black Queens have arrived in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, ahead of their two friendly matches against the Ivory Coast Women’s national team. The players and technical team members arrived safely and are currently based at the Sana Hotels in Abidjan. The team had a successful one-hour physical session with Athletics Coach Jordan Daitey at the hotel earlier today. In preparation ...
Ghana’s Black Queens coach, Nora Häuptle, has left her role and is set to take over as head coach of Zambia’s women’s national team, according to Zambian journalist Augustine Mukoka. Häuptle will reportedly sign a two-year contract with Zambia, earning a monthly salary of $7,000, JoySports has gathered. Her appointment was approved by the Executive Committee of the Zambia FA ...
The Black Queens are about to find out who their opponents will be for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)! The draw is scheduled to take place this Friday, November 22, 2024, at 19:00 GMT at the Mohammed VI Technical Centre in Sale, Morocco. Ghana will be joined by 11 other countries, including Algeria, Botswana, Mali, Morocco (the ...
Former Black Queens goalkeeper Patricia Mantey appeals for funds for surgery Former Black Queens goalkeeper Patricia Mantey is urgently appealing for financial assistance to undergo surgery for a severe ligament injury. Mantey, who sustained the injury while playing for Immigration Ladies. Seeking help from the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the general public. The ...