Also known as: the Maidens · Black Maidens Ghana · Black Maidens of Ghana
Ghana's U-17 women's football team that reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.
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… The Buem MP revealed that the affected teams include the Black Queens, Black Stars, Black Princesses, Black Satellites and the Black Maidens. …
Sports Minister Confirms Outstanding Bonuses For National TeamsDaily Guide
Black Maidens Ghana’s Black Maidens have booked their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Senegal 7-6 on penalties in a thrilling final qualifying match at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday. …
Black Maidens Qualify For 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World CupJoy Online
… The Black Maidens beat the Senegalese side on penalties, claiming a 7-6 victory after playing out a 2-2 draw on aggregate in 180 minutes. …
Black Maidens seal U-17 Women’s World Cup qualification after shootout win over SenegalDaily Guide
Former Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew, paid a surprise visit to the Black Maidens’ training camp, boosting the team’s morale ahead of their decisive FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal. …
Ayew Inspires Black Maidens Ahead Of World Cup Qualifier Against SenegalThe Ghanaian Times
Former Black Stars captain, Andre Dede Ayew made a surprise appearance at the Black Maidens’ camp on Friday, delivering a powerful pep talk ahead of their make-or-break FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal. …
Andre Ayew fires Black Maidens up ahead of Senegal deciderJoy Online
… The Black Maidens salvaged a 1-1 stalemate late in the game after going down in the first half of the encounter. …
2026 U17 WWCQ: Black Maidens snatch late draw in first leg against SenegalDaily Guide
Black Maidens before departure Ghana’s Black Maidens have departed Accra for Dakar, Senegal, ahead of their decisive first-leg clash in the final qualifying round for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. …
Black Maidens Leave For Senegal Ahead Of Crucial World Cup QualifierJoy Online
… The Black Maidens will face Senegal as they chase a return to the global stage after serving a two-edition ban from the Confederation of African Football. …
2026 U17 WWCQ: Black Maidens arrive in Dakar ahead of Senegal qualifierThe Ghanaian Times
The Black Maidens have departed Accra for Dakar, Senegal, ahead of their crucial final qualifying round first-leg clash for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. …
Black Maidens depart Accra for Dakar ahead of final FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifierDaily Guide
Black Maidens brace for Senegal challenge Black Maidens are gearing up for the final round on the road to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup as the team face Senegal in a highly anticipated qualifier on Friday, July 3, 2026. …
Black Maidens brace for Senegal challengeGhana's Black Maidens returned home after reaching the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, beating Argentina 5-4 on penalties in the Round of 16 before losing 1-0 to Japan. GFA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku visited the team to congratulate them on their performance and pledge continued support for women's youth football.
4 November 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens returned home after reaching the quarter-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, beating Argentina 5-4 on penalties in the Round of 16 before losing 1-0 to Japan. GFA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku visited the team to congratulate them on their performance and pledge continued support for women's youth football.
4 November 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens finished among the top eight teams at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, exiting in the quarter-finals with a 1-0 loss to Japan after advancing from the Round of 16 with a 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Argentina. FA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku congratulated the team for their discipline and representing the nation with distinction.
4 November 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Maidens returned home after the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, reaching the quarter-finals before losing 1-0 to Japan. The team advanced from the Round of 16 with a 5-4 penalty shootout victory over Argentina and finished among the top eight teams in the world.
3 November 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens were knocked out of the U-17 Women's World Cup after losing 1-0 to Japan in the quarterfinals, with Nanami Kurita scoring the decisive goal in Rabat.
1 November 2026 · Joy Online →
Jessica Appiah was named Player of the Match as Ghana defeated Argentina 5-4 on penalties in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with Appiah scoring early and converting the winning penalty to send Ghana into the quarter-finals.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana qualified from Group C of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 2-0 win over Canada, and will face Argentina in the Round of 16 on October 28, 2026. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa's side finished on four points after also losing 3-0 to Norway and drawing 3-3 with Brazil.
28 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens advanced to the Round of 16 of the U-17 Women's World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Canada, setting up a match against Argentina, who topped Group A unbeaten. Assistant coach Bashiru-Deen Sumaila expressed confidence the team is prepared and ready to win.
28 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has settled the Black Maidens' per diems ahead of their FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Round of 16 match, but their qualification bonuses for reaching the knockout stage remain outstanding, head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa said.
28 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Black Maidens will play Argentina on Wednesday, October 28, in the round of 16 of the U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, after finishing second in their group with a 2-0 victory over Canada. Argentina also finished second in their group with two wins and one loss, and are competing in the tournament for the first time.
28 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Black Maidens qualified for the last 16 of the 2026 U-17 Women's World Cup after finishing second in Group C with a 2-0 win over Canada. Coach Nana Joe Adarkwa says the team's new target is to win the tournament, beginning with their matchup against debutants Argentina on October 28.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens will play Argentina in the round of 16 of the 2026 U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco on October 28, after finishing second in their group with a 2-0 victory over Canada. Argentina also finished second in their group with a 2-1 record.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens qualified for the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after a 2-0 victory over Canada, finishing Group B with four points. They will now face Argentina, who topped their group.
27 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Under-17 women's football team secured a place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Canada. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa praised his players' performance and said the team will prepare for their next match against Argentina on October 28.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's U-17 women's football team secured second place in Group C of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco with a 2-0 victory over Canada, earning a Round of 16 matchup against Argentina. Goals from Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku sealed qualification.
26 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has praised Ghana's Black Maidens for securing qualification to the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco following their 2-0 victory over Canada, highlighting the team's confidence, determination and resilience.
26 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has congratulated Ghana's Black Maidens on reaching the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco after defeating Canada 2-0, urging the team to remain focused and united as they prepare for knockout matches.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U17 women's football team defeated Canada 2-0, with goals from Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku, to advance to the Round of 16 of the 2026 U17 World Cup. Player of the Match Seidatu Wahab said the team came with one objective: victory, and that nothing is tough for the Maidens.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Midfielder Seidatu Wahab earned Player of the Match honours after Ghana defeated Canada 2-0 at the U-17 Women's World Cup, with goals from substitutes Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku sending the Black Maidens through to the Round of 16.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 Women's World Cup team defeated Canada 2-0 in their final group game to finish second in Group C and advance to the knockout stages, with goals from Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku in the second half.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Jessica Appiah Asamoah was named Player of the Match in the Black Maidens' 3-3 draw against Brazil at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, delivering the assist for the late equalizer and creating the most chances in the game.
23 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa has urged the team to be clinical in front of goal in their must-win third Group C match against Canada at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco. Adarkwa cited missed opportunities in a 3-3 draw against Brazil and a 3-0 loss to Norway as reasons for Ghana's need to improve finishing.
23 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Maidens held Brazil to a 3-3 draw at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, with Priscilla Mensah scoring five minutes from time to secure a point. The result keeps Ghana's knockout stage hopes alive after two matches.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's coach Nana Joe Adarkwa says the Black Maidens must win their second group match against Brazil in the 2026 U17 Women's World Cup after a 3-0 loss to Norway in their opener. Ghana face Brazil on October 21, with a win essential to advance to the knockout stages.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens have arrived in Rabat for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup after a two-week training camp in Casablanca. They will face Norway on October 18, Brazil on October 22, and Canada on October 24 in Group C.
16 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Maidens will face Norway on October 18, Brazil on October 22, and Canada on October 24 in Group C of the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026. The team has been preparing in a training camp in Casablanca and recently lost 3-0 to China before defeating Kenya 2-1.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 women's football team has named its final 21-player squad for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco, with forward Jessica Appiah Asamoah returning from injury and three U-15 players promoted to the squad.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco (October 17), their seventh appearance. The team returns after being absent from the last three editions due to a 2022 qualifying loss to Morocco and subsequent bans for age cheating.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 Women's National team lost 3-0 to China in Casablanca in a friendly match as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The team conceded one goal in the first half and two more in the second half after arriving in Morocco for a pre-tournament camp.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 Women's National Team have arrived in Casablanca for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, marking their return after a two-edition CAF ban. The squad features players from recent regional and continental competitions and will compete in Group C against Norway, Brazil and Canada.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's under-17 women's football team defeated hosts Côte d'Ivoire 4-0 on Sunday to conclude their WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup campaign, with Seidatu Wahab scoring from a penalty and Gloria Ameaa, Cynthia, and another player adding further goals.
29 September 2026 · Daily Guide →