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Black Maidens

Also known as: the Maidens · Black Maidens Ghana

Ghana's U-17 women's national football team that qualified for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup by defeating Senegal on penalties.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The Black Maidens, Ghana’s U-17 female national team, are gearing up for the final round of qualifiers for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup (WWC) which is scheduled for July 3.

    Black Maidens poised for FIFA U-17 WWC qualifier against Senegal
  3. Daily Guide

    Black Maidens Ghana’s Black Maidens have booked their place in the third and final round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers after completing a commanding 8-0 aggregate victory over Liberia.

    Black Maidens Set Up Final World Cup Qualifier Against Senegal
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    The national female U-17 national team, the Black Maidens, are set to face Senegal in the third and final round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup (WWC) qualifiers after completing an emphatic 8-0 aggregate victory over Liberia.

    Black Maidens to face Senegal in final FIFA U-17 WWC qualifiers
  5. May 2026
  6. Joy Online

    The Black Maidens wrapped up their second round of qualifying matches with a 2-0 away win over Liberia on Saturday afternoon.

    2026 U17 WWCQ: Black Maidens to face Senegal in final round
  7. Joy Online

    Boye-Hlorkah was in attendance for the Black Maidens’ 6-0 win in the first leg of their second round qualifier against Liberia.

    ‘I’m excited for their future’ – Boye-Hlorkah impressed by Black Maidens after Liberia win
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    The national female U-17 team, the Black Maidens, put one-foot forward into the next round of qualifiers for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with an authoritative 6-0 thumping of Liberia at the Accra Sports Stadium, on Saturday.Goals from Daniella Abass, Sedatu Wahab, Linda Achia

    Black Maidens trounce Liberia 6-0
  9. Joy Online

    The Black Maidens defeated Liberia by six goals to nil at the Accra Sports Stadium to register a healthy first leg advantage.

    2026 U17 WWCQ: Goalfest in Accra as Black Maidens hit Liberia for six
  10. Joy Online

    The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has expressed strong support and solidarity for Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team, the Black Maidens, as they prepare for their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifying matches against Liberia.

    Gender Ministry backs Black Maidens ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    The Black Maidens will face Liberia in the second round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers as they continue their quest for a place at the global tournament.

    Black Maidens to face Liberia Saturday
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    Attention was equally directed toward the Black Starlets, who continue their campaign at the CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, as well as the Black Maidens in their pursuit of qualification for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

    GFA, Sports Ministry lead thanksgiving service for Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign
Sport

Sports Minister Acknowledges Outstanding Bonuses for National Teams

The News

Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirmed that Ghana's Black Queens, Black Princesses, Black Satellites, and Black Maidens are owed outstanding winning and qualification bonuses, while the Black Stars have had their 2023–2025 qualifying bonuses cleared ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The government is working to settle the arrears, with delays partly attributed to new Sports Act provisions requiring percentage deductions for a national sports development fund.

24 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Friday 24 July

  1. Sports Minister Acknowledges Outstanding Bonuses for National Teams

    Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirmed that Ghana's Black Queens, Black Princesses, Black Satellites, and Black Maidens are owed outstanding winning and qualification bonuses, while the Black Stars have had their 2023–2025 qualifying bonuses cleared ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The government is working to settle the arrears, with delays partly attributed to new Sports Act provisions requiring percentage deductions for a national sports development fund.

    24 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 13 July

  1. Black Maidens qualify for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

    Ghana's Black Maidens defeated Senegal 7-6 on penalties in the final qualifying match at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, with the second leg ending 1-1 and the overall tie finishing 2-2.

    13 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Saturday 11 July

  1. Black Maidens qualify for 2026 U-17 World Cup via penalty shootout

    Ghana's U-17 women's football team qualified for the 2026 World Cup by defeating Senegal on penalties with a 7-6 victory after a 2-2 aggregate draw, including a 1-1 draw in the first leg and a 1-1 result in the return fixture at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    11 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Ayew visits Black Maidens before World Cup qualifier

    Former Black Stars captain André Ayew visited the Black Maidens' training camp to boost morale ahead of their FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier return leg against Senegal on Saturday at the Accra Sports Stadium, urging the young players to seize the opportunity and represent Ghana with pride.

    10 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 9 July

  1. Andre Ayew motivates Black Maidens before Senegal World Cup qualifier

    Former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew visited the Black Maidens' camp on Friday to deliver a pep talk ahead of their decisive FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier return leg against Senegal on Saturday at the Accra Sports Stadium. He urged the young players to play with courage, discipline and belief, reminding them that a win will secure Ghana's place at the 2026 tournament.

    9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 4 July

  1. Black Maidens draw with Senegal in U-17 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U-17 women's team drew 1-1 with Senegal in the first leg of their 2026 World Cup qualifier in Dakar, coming from behind with a goal from substitute Benedicta Nketiah Danso in the 76th minute. The return fixture will be held in Accra next week.

    4 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Ghana Black Maidens depart for World Cup qualifier against Senegal

    Ghana's Black Maidens have left Accra for Dakar to play a decisive first-leg final qualifying match against Senegal for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. A 24-player squad aims to secure a positive result in the away fixture, with victory in the two-legged tie earning a place at the tournament.

    1 July 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Maidens arrive in Dakar for Senegal World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U-17 female national team have arrived in Dakar ahead of the first leg of their final 2026 Women's World Cup Qualifiers against Senegal on Friday, July 4. The Black Maidens are seeking to return to the global stage after a two-edition ban from the Confederation of African Football.

    1 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Black Maidens depart for Dakar, World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's Black Maidens have departed Accra for Dakar, Senegal, for a two-legged final qualifying round match for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Victory in the tie will secure their place at the tournament.

    30 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Black Maidens face Senegal in FIFA U-17 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's Black Maidens will play Senegal on July 3, 2026, at the Diamniadio-Abdoulaye Wade Annex Stadium in a final-round qualifier for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with an away victory potentially securing their World Cup place.

    24 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Maidens face Senegal in U-17 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U-17 female national team will contest a two-leg FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Senegal starting July 3, with the winner on aggregate advancing to the tournament. The first leg is in Senegal at the Diamniadio-Abdoulaye Wade Annex Stadium, and the second leg will be at Accra Sports Stadium.

    24 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 1 June

  1. Ghana Black Maidens advance to final World Cup qualifier round

    Ghana's U-17 women's football team defeated Liberia 2-0 in the second leg to complete an 8-0 aggregate victory and progress to the final round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers. They will face Senegal in July 2026 for a place at the global tournament.

    1 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Maidens advance to face Senegal in World Cup final round

    Ghana's U-17 women's team defeated Liberia 8-0 on aggregate in the second round of FIFA U-17 WWC qualifiers, with a 6-0 first-leg win in Accra followed by a 2-0 victory in Monrovia. The Black Maidens will now face Senegal in the third and final qualifying round, with first and second legs scheduled for July 3-5 and July 10-12, 2026, for a place at the World Cup.

    1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 31 May

  1. Ghana's Black Maidens beat Liberia, face Senegal next

    Ghana's U17 women's football team defeated Liberia 2-0 away to advance to the final round of 2026 World Cup qualifying, where they will face Senegal in matches scheduled for July 3–12.

    31 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 25 May

  1. Black Maidens impress Boye-Hlorkah in dominant Liberia qualifier win

    Ghana's U17 Women's World Cup Qualifier squad beat Liberia 6-0 in the first leg of their second round qualifier, with five goals scored in the second half. Black Queens midfielder Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah, who watched the match, expressed optimism about Ghana's women's football future, praising the players' passion and dominance.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Black Maidens defeat Liberia 6-0 in World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U-17 national female football team, the Black Maidens, beat Liberia 6-0 at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday in the second round of FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifiers, with goals from Daniella Abass, Sedatu Wahab, Linda Achiaa, Jessica Appiah, Priscilla Mensah, and Mavis Yeboah. The return leg is scheduled for Monrovia this weekend.

    25 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 23 May

  1. Black Maidens defeat Liberia 6-0 in U17 World Cup qualifier

    Ghana's U17 women's football team won 6-0 against Liberia in the first leg of their U17 Women's World Cup second round qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium, establishing a strong advantage ahead of the second leg.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 22 May

  1. Gender Ministry backs Black Maidens in World Cup qualifiers

    Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection expressed support for the U-17 women's national team, the Black Maidens, ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Liberia in May 2026, with the sector Minister urging the players to remain confident and united.

    22 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Black Maidens face Liberia in U-17 World Cup qualifiers

    Ghana's Black Maidens will play Liberia in a two-legged FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier, with the first leg at Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, May 23, 2026, and the return fixture in Liberia a week later.

    19 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. GFA, Sports Ministry hold thanksgiving service for Black Stars World Cup

    Ghana Football Association leadership and Sports Ministry officials held a national interdenominational thanksgiving and prayer service in Accra on May 17, 2026, seeking divine guidance for the Black Stars' participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in North America.

    19 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

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