Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, has praised the Black Queens for their valiant performance against host nation Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The Queens put up a spirited display in Rabat on Tuesday night, taking the lead through a first-half strike by Stella Nyamekye.
However, Morocco equalised through Sakina Ouzraoui to force extra time and eventually penalties.
Despite a determined showing over 120 minutes, Ghana fell 4-2 in the shootout after Comfort Yeboah and Evelyn Badu missed from the spot.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Minister Adams lauded the team’s fighting spirit.
“I commend the Black Queens for their courageous performance in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semi-final,” he said.
“Taking the hosts through 120 minutes of spirited football and contesting the result on penalties reflects both your determination and your commitment to the national cause.
“You have earned our respect. Now, let us finish on a high note.”
The Black Queens will now shift focus to the third-place playoff against reigning champions South Africa on Friday, July 25. The final between Nigeria and Morocco is scheduled for Saturday, July 26.
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