19 h. ago WAFCON 2024: I want to make history – Grace Asantewaa dreams of lifting the trophy

Black Queens midfielder Grace Asantewaa says her dream is to win the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and write her name into the history books of African football, following Ghana’s dramatic penalty shootout victory over Algeria. Ghana booked their place in the semifinals for the first time since 2016 after edging Algeria 4-2 on […]

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19 h. ago 2024 WAFCON: Grace Asantewa shines as Black Queens reach semis

Black Queens midfielder Grace Asantewaa was named Woman of the Match following Ghana’s hard-fought victory over Algeria in the quarterfinals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). After a goalless draw in 120 minutes of action, Ghana won 4-2 on penalties to seal qualification. The 24-year-old FC Juárez player delivered a commanding and relentless performance […]

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20 h. ago 2024 WAFCON: Black Queens set up semifinal clash with hosts Morocco

Ghana’s Black Queens have advanced to the semifinals of the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where they will face host nation Morocco. The Queens secured their spot after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over Algeria in the quarterfinals, with goalkeeper Cynthia Konlan emerging as the hero by saving two penalties. This […]

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47 h. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘Beat Algeria to make us proud’ – Stonebwoy urges Black Queens

Ghanaian Afro-dancehall and reggae musician Livingstone Etse Satekla, popularly known as Stonebwoy, has sent a warm message to the Black Queens ahead of their quarter-final clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

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47 h. ago WAFCON 2024: Ghana must make it difficult for Algeria – Björkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his team must make things difficult for Algeria ahead of their quarterfinal clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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51 h. ago WAFCON 2024: Jennifer Cudjoe anticipates tough test against ‘strong’ Algeria

Black Queens midfielder Jennifer Cudjoe says Algeria is one of the "strongest" sides ahead of Ghana’s quarterfinal clash at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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52 h. ago WAFCON 2024: We need to ‘not be scared’ against Algeria – Black Queens coach

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has praised Algeria as the best-organized team at the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations but cautions his side "to not be scared" in their quarter-final clash.

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52 h. ago WAFCON 2024: Black Queens have to turn ‘pressure’ into ‘motivation’ – Josephine Bonsu

Ghana's Black Queens forward Josephine Bonsu is backing her teammates to turn the "pressure" of playing in the quarter-finals into "motivation" at the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations.

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2 d. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘We believed in ourselves’ – Chantelle on Black Queens’ big win over Tanzania

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah says the team never lost belief, even after a frustrating first half, as Ghana powered to a 4-1 victory over Tanzania in their final Group C clash at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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2 d. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘Proud to wear the Ghana badge’ at competition – Chantelle Boye

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has expressed her pride and excitement at representing Ghana at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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3 d. ago WAFCON 2024: Black Queens receive $2000 from Sports Ministry for reaching last eight

The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has rewarded Ghana’s Black Queens with a $2000 cash prize for reaching the quarter-finals of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

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4 d. ago Winning WAFCON 2024 will define success for Black Queens – Chantelle Boye

Ghana reached the quarterfinals of the competition earlier this week when they defeated Tanzania in their final Group C game.

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5 d. ago Paid allowances boosted Black Queens’ morale – Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco

Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco, Her Excellency Charity Gbedawo, has acknowledged that the payment of outstanding allowances to the Black Queens played a key role in boosting team morale ahead of their crucial match against Tanzania.

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5 d. ago WAFCON 2024: Second half brilliance against Tanzania takes Black Queens to quarter

The Queens were held 1-1 at half time but scored three times in the second 45 minutes to reach the last eight and set up a clash against Algeria.

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6 d. ago Grace Adjoa Bayor: From Scoring Goals to Dressing Ghana’s Black Queens

The West Africans are one of the most recognizable nations at the helm of African Football. As far back as the 1990s, Ghana was vying for a place on the global stage when FIFA introduced the Women’s World Cup.

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6 d. ago WAFCON 2024: ‘We have destiny in our hands’ – Black Queens boss Bjorkegren

Ghana face Tanzania in their last game of Group C, knowing that a win will propel them to the next stage of the competition being played in Morocco.

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6 d. ago Black Queens outstanding allowances has been paid – Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco

The Ministry for Sports and Recreation has paid all outstanding allowances owed the Black Queens. Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco, Charity Gbedawo, confirmed this on Sunday, in an exclusive chat with JoySports WAFCON 2024 correspondent Lawrence Baidoo. “They had a few challenges along the line… their finances were delayed a bit. But to the glory of […]

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9 d. ago WAFCON 2024: Black Queens must be at their best against Mali – Kim Björkegren

The Black Queens will face Les Aiglonnes of Mali on Thursday, July 11, at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, with kick-off set for 16:00 GMT.

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1 week ago WAFCON 2024: Four things we learnt from Black Queens defeat to South Africa

The Black Queens suffered a 2-0 loss to defending champions South Africa in their opening game in Group C, marking a disappointing return to the competition.

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1 week ago WAFCON 2024: Ghana can still qualify from the group – Bjorkegren expresses confidence

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren is confident about Ghana’s chances of qualifying for the next round of the Women’s AFCON despite suffering defeat to South Africa.

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