Ghana’s Black Queens will kick off their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign today with a challenging Group C opener against defending champions South Africa at the Honneur Stadium in Morocco.
This marks Ghana’s return to the continental stage for the first time since 2018, and they face a stern test in the high-flying Banyana Banyana.
In preparation for the tournament, the Queens played three international friendlies—securing a 3-1 win over Malawi before suffering back-to-back defeats to Benin (4-2) and Nigeria (3-1).
While the team’s attacking potential showed promise, defensive lapses remain a concern ahead of their tournament opener.
Despite the mixed results in the build-up, head coach Kim Lars Björkegren remains optimistic about his side’s chances.
“We know we’re considered underdogs or a dark horse in this tournament. Maybe not among the top favourites, but I truly believe this group has the quality to beat any team here,” Björkegren stated. “I think we have a real chance to achieve something special.”
Kickoff for the clash against South Africa is scheduled for 16:00 GMT.
WAFCON Head-to-Head: Ghana vs South Africa
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2016: Ghana 1-0 South Africa
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2014: Ghana 1-1 South Africa
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2008: Ghana 0-1 South Africa
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2006: Ghana 1-0 South Africa
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2004: Ghana 3-0 South Africa
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2000: Ghana 0-1 South Africa
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1998: Ghana 4-0 South Africa
Ghana’s remaining group matches are against Mali on July 11 and Tanzania on July 14. Their progression to the knockout stages will depend on results across these crucial fixtures.
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