President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has visited the camp of the Black Princesses to offer encouragement as the team prepares for the decisive second leg of their FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Uganda.
Ghana carry a 2-1 advantage from the first leg and are aiming to complete the job in Kampala to secure qualification and extend their impressive record at youth level.
Speaking to the players, Okraku urged the squad to rise to the occasion and deliver a performance worthy of their ambitions.
“After months of sacrifices and hard work, you have one more game to make history,” he said.
“The moment we have been waiting for is finally here — that one game where we have to give a million per cent to make everyone excited about what we have in this team.
“This team has historically always made it to the World Cup, and I believe history will continue when you play this last game against Uganda.
“From the games against South Africa and Uganda, I was expecting us to start on a very high note. ”I have absolutely no doubt about the quality of players we have here, nor do I doubt your ability to rise through the storm if there should be one.”
He further assured the squad of the Football Association’s full backing as they approach the crucial encounter.
“I’m here this morning to reassure all of you that, despite the challenges, we will still make it, and the Association will support you until the very end.
“The game will be challenging, but let’s keep to our style — and I know we will win,” he said.
The Black Princesses are chasing an eighth consecutive appearance at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, with the decisive return leg scheduled for the FUFA Stadium in Kidiba, Kampala, on Saturday, May 9, 2026, kicking off at 13:00 GMT.
