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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Later in Casablanca, Côte d’Ivoire ensured they also made the perfect start to Group B. …

    WAFCON 2026: Tanzania stun South Africa as Côte d’Ivoire make winning return
  3. Joy Online

    … Ghana will compete in Group D, where they face Cape Verde on July 29, Cameroon on August 2, and Mali on August 6, with all three matches scheduled to be played at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca. …

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens name final 25 players for tournament
  4. Joy Online

    … and the spirit to let everyone know that we are here to fully sponsor an all-expenses-paid trip to Morocco for the WAFCON for one journalist from the Multimedia Group.” The 2026 WAFCON starts on Sunday, July 26, with the tournament being played in two cities, Rabat and Casablanca …

    WAFCON 2026: Bank of Africa sponsors JoySports to cover tournament in Morocco
  5. Joy Online

    … The Black Queens picked up a 4-0 win in Casablanca in their final pre-WAFCON friendly against the Scorchers. …

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens wrap up preparations with 4-0 win over Malawi
  6. Daily Guide

    A moment during the match Ghana’s Black Queens wrapped up another phase of their preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a 0-0 draw against Tanzania in an international friendly played in Casablanca on Monday. …

    Black Queens Held By Tanzania In Final Pre-WAFCON Friendly
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    The Black Queens continued preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a goalless draw against Tanzania in an international friendly in Casablanca on Monday. …

    Black Queens, Tanzania draw in pre-WAFCON friendly
  8. Joy Online

    … The next phase will focus on establishing the project’s management structures, including a dedicated project company expected to be based in Casablanca and a Pipeline Higher Authority to be headquartered in Abuja. …

    ECOWAS backs $25bn Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline as Africa pushes energy integration
  9. Joy Online

    … The next phase will focus on establishing the project’s management structures, including a dedicated project company expected to be based in Casablanca and a Pipeline Higher Authority to be headquartered in Abuja. …

    ECOWAS backs $25bn Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline as Africa pushes energy integration
  10. Joy Online

    … Kim Lars Bjorkegren’s side defeated the Ivorians in Casablanca on Tuesday evening as they continued their preparations for the continental tournament, with Sharon Sampson coming from the bench to score the only goal in the 1-0 victory. …

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens to face Nigeria in pre-tournament friendly after Côte d’Ivoire win
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    … The match will be played at the Stade Père Jégo in Casablanca, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00GMT. …

    GFA unveils Gold Fields as WPL headline sponsor
Sport

Black Maidens lose 3-0 to China in World Cup warm-up

The News

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.

8 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

  1. Black Maidens lose 3-0 to China in World Cup warm-up

    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.

    8 hours ago · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

  1. Black Maidens arrive in Morocco for 2026 U-17 World Cup

    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 →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Moroccan Attijariwafa Bank to acquire Société Générale Ghana stake

    Société Générale Group has announced an agreement to sell its majority stake in Société Générale Ghana to Pan-African banking group Attijariwafa Bank, a Moroccan international financial services group headquartered in Casablanca, which was created through the merger of Banque Commerciale du Maroc and Wafabank.

    1 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Camp Nou chosen to host 2029 Champions League final

    UEFA selected Barcelona's renovated Camp Nou over Wembley Stadium to host the 2029 Champions League final, marking improved relations after the European Super League dispute. Bayern Munich's stadium was confirmed to host the 2028 final, and the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

    16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Morocco PM rebukes football chief over 2030 World Cup final claims

    Morocco's prime minister has told the head of the country's football federation to stop promising that Casablanca will host the 2030 World Cup final, citing the need to discuss the venue with co-hosts Spain and Portugal. The final location has yet to be finalised, though Spain's football federation president has previously claimed the final should be held in Spain.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Black Princesses miss key players for U-20 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Princesses will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland without several important squad members, including captain Linda Owusu Ansah (ACL injury), defender Comfort Yeboah (club release issue), Jessica Appiah Asamoah (knee injury), and striker Mercy Attobrah (ACL injury recovery).

    1 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 31 August

  1. Black Princesses lose captain and key players for U20 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Princesses will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland without several key players, including captain Linda Owusu Ansah, who suffered an ACL injury in August. The team is seeking to advance beyond the group stage for the first time in eight consecutive tournament appearances.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 24 August

  1. Ghana's Black Asteroids qualify for FIFAe Continental Championship

    Ghana's Black Asteroids have qualified for the inaugural FIFAe Continental Championship Africa, scheduled for August 27–29, 2026, in Casablanca, Morocco, earning one of eight continental spots through the FIFAe Nations League qualifying campaign.

    24 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 14 August

  1. Black Queens defeat Côte d'Ivoire 2-1 in World Cup playoff

    Ghana's women's football team defeated Côte d'Ivoire 2-1 in a play-in match for the 2027 Women's World Cup, coming from behind with goals from Princess Marfo and Josephine Bonsu to keep their qualification hopes alive.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Cameroon defeats Nigeria, advances to Women's Africa Cup semis

    Cameroon beat defending champions Nigeria 1-0 in a quarterfinal of the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, securing a place in the semifinals and qualification for the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027. The winning goal came from 20-year-old Myriam Maeva Nyadjou in the 19th minute.

    11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 10 August

  1. Black Queens exit WAFCON after losing to Malawi in quarter-final

    Ghana's women's football team lost 2-1 to Malawi in the quarter-final of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, ending their hopes of automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren called it the worst feeling of his 20-year coaching career, though Ghana has a chance to qualify through a playoff against Côte d'Ivoire in Casablanca on Thursday.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Malawi beats Ghana, secures first Women's World Cup spot

    Malawi defeated Ghana 2-1 in a Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final on Sunday, securing their first-ever place at the Women's World Cup. The victory also means Malawi will face Algeria in Wednesday's semi-final, while Nigeria's elimination opens the possibility of two additional African representatives through a play-off route.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 9 August

  1. Ghana loses WAFCON quarterfinal to Malawi, misses World Cup spot

    Ghana's Black Queens lost 2-1 to Malawi in the WAFCON 2026 quarterfinals, missing automatic qualification to the 2027 Women's World Cup. A late Rose Kadzere goal decided the match at Al Madina Stadium in Rabat on August 9.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Black Queens face Mali in WAFCON qualifier elimination match

    Ghana's Black Queens play Mali in a final Group D qualifier of the 2026 Women African Cup of Nations in Morocco, with both teams on three points from two matches each; the winner advances to the quarter-finals, the loser is eliminated.

    6 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 31 July

  1. Cameroon beats Mali 2-1 at WAFCON in Casablanca

    Cameroon defeated Mali 2-1 in a CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Group D match in Casablanca on Wednesday, with Ngah Manga scoring twice for the Indomitable Lionesses.

    31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 29 July

  1. South Africa loses 2-1 to Tanzania in WAFCON opener

    South Africa's Banyana Banyana were defeated 2-1 by Tanzania in their Group B opener at WAFCON Morocco 2026 in Casablanca on Monday, despite dominating play and missing several chances. The loss puts South Africa on the back foot ahead of matches against Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso, with the tournament serving as a qualifier for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

    29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Black Queens prepared for WAFCON 2026 opener against Cape Verde

    Black Queens midfielder Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah says the team is ready to begin their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with their first match against Cape Verde on Wednesday, July 29 in Casablanca. Ghana will play their 12th WAFCON appearance while Cape Verde makes their tournament debut.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Black Queens prepare for WAFCON 2026 opener against Cape Verde

    Ghana's senior women's national team will face debutants Cape Verde on Wednesday, July 29, in their first match of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The team trained in Casablanca on Monday as they prepare for the tournament.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Côte d'Ivoire beat Burkina Faso 4-1 in WAFCON 2026 opener

    Côte d'Ivoire returned to the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in 12 years with a dominant 4-1 victory over Burkina Faso in their Group B opener at the Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca. Rebecca Elloh scored from the penalty spot and Ines Konan struck twice to give coach Reynald Pedros' side a perfect start.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Tanzania defeat South Africa 2-1 in WAFCON 2026 Group B

    Tanzania opened their TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 Group B campaign with a 2-1 victory over South Africa in a tightly contested encounter at the Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Tanzania stun South Africa; Côte d'Ivoire return to WAFCON 2026

    In Group B of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, Tanzania defeated former champions South Africa 2-1 while Côte d'Ivoire marked their return to the tournament with a 4-1 victory over Burkina Faso, leaving Tanzania and Côte d'Ivoire level on three points after the opening round.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

  1. Ghana names 25-player squad for WAFCON 2026 in Morocco

    Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has named a final 25-player squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with seven players making their first tournament appearance. Ghana faces Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Bank of Africa sponsors JoySports coverage of WAFCON 2026

    Bank of Africa has committed to sponsor Multimedia Group Limited's coverage of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, funding an all-expenses-paid trip for one journalist. The Black Queens will compete in the tournament starting July 26, facing Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in their group stage.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Black Queens defeat Malawi 4-0 ahead of WAFCON 2026

    Ghana's women's football team won 4-0 against Malawi in their final friendly before the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Doris Boaduwaa scored three goals and Sharon Sampson added one in Casablanca, with Ghana set to face Cape Verde, Cameroon and Mali at the tournament.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Black Queens draw goalless with Tanzania ahead of WAFCON

    Ghana's Black Queens drew 0-0 with Tanzania in an international friendly in Casablanca on Monday as part of their final preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Ghana dominated possession and created better scoring opportunities but could not convert against Tanzania's well-organised defence, while head coach Kim Lars Björkegren used the match to test tactical combinations and assess his squad.

    22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Black Queens draw with Tanzania in WAFCON preparation match

    Ghana's Black Queens drew 0-0 with Tanzania in an international friendly in Casablanca on Monday, continuing their preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren used the match to assess different combinations and build match fitness ahead of the tournament.

    22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 21 July

  1. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco $25bn Atlantic gas pipeline

    West African leaders have endorsed the legal and institutional framework for the Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The 6,800-kilometre pipeline is intended to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets through existing connections.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco gas pipeline framework

    West African leaders have backed the legal and institutional framework for the 6,800-kilometre Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project, developed by Nigeria's NNPC and Morocco's ONHYM, aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Black Queens to face Nigeria in WAFCON 2026 friendly

    Ghana's Black Queens will play Nigeria in a pre-tournament friendly as part of their final preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The team defeated Côte d'Ivoire 1–0 in their first friendly and will face Cape Verde, Cameroon and Mali in Group D of the continental tournament, which runs July 26 to August 16 in Rabat.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Gold Fields becomes Ghana Women's Premier League headline sponsor

    The Ghana Football Association has announced Gold Fields Ghana Limited as the new headline sponsor of the Women's Premier League, replacing Malta Guinness. The sponsorship is intended to enhance the league's competitiveness, visibility, and sustainability.

    15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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