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Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah

Black Queens midfielder who expressed optimism about Ghana's women's football future after watching the U17 squad's WAFCON 2026 campaign.

2026-05-252026-09-21

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Black Queens took an early lead through Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah, but Malawi responded through Temwa Chawinga before Rose Kadzere scored the winning goal in the second half.

    Black Queens face Côte d’Ivoire as Ghana looks ahead after WAFCON quarter-final exit
  3. August 2026
  4. Joy Online

    Evelyn Badu and Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah all had efforts late in the game kept out by the Ivorian goalkeeper with Cynthia Konlan also making a brilliant save late in the game to keep the score at 2-1.

    WWC 2027: Black Queens keep qualification hopes alive with playoff win over Côte d’Ivoire
  5. Daily Guide

    The Black Queens made an impressive start when Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah put Ghana ahead in the seventh minute.

    Black Queens’ WAFCON Exit ‘Worst Feeling’ In 20 Years – Björkegren
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    Kim Lars Björkegren’s side made a dream start when Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah gave Ghana the lead in the 7th minute.

    Black Queen’s WAFCON exit: It’s my worst feeling in 20 years of coaching … Lars Björkegren laments
  7. Joy Online

    Rose Kadzere scored a 79th-minute winner following Temwa Chawinga’s 12th-minute equaliser after ​English-born striker Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah had put Ghana into ⁠a seventh-minute lead.

    Malawi beat Ghana to book first-ever place at Women’s World Cup
  8. Joy Online

    Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah opened the scoring for Ghana after only six minutes, scoring from a rebound to give the Black Queens the lead.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens miss out on automatic 2027 World Cup qualification after 2-1 loss to Malawi
  9. Joy Online

    The Black Queens had a strong start to the game, with Doris Boaduwaa, Grace Asantewaa and Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah all coming close to getting on the scoresheet, but the Malian goalkeeper was on hand to curb any danger.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens through to quarterfinals after draw with Mali
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    Sadly, the livewires of the team- Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah, Doris Boaduwaa, Josephine Bonsu and skipper Portia Boakye are yet to make an impact in the championship, and that to a large extent has affected the team’s play.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens, Mali in do-or-die battle today
  11. July 2026
  12. Joy Online

    Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah delivered an inviting cross towards Boaduwaa, but before the forward could apply the finishing touch, Cape Verde defender Eleia Vieira inadvertently diverted the ball into her own net to double Ghana’s advantage.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens make winning start with victory over Cape Verde
  13. The Ghanaian Times

    In skipper Portia Boakye, Benedicte Simon, Grace Asantewaa, Jennifer Cudjoe, Evelyn Badu, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah, Alice Kusi, Doris Boaduwaa and Princella Adubea, he has trusted lieutenants whose ranks have been bolstered by the arrival of Alexandra Tay, Abena Anoma Opoku, and Sh

    Black Queens kick off WAFCON campaign against Cape Verde today

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Black Queens face Côte d'Ivoire in WAFCON placement match

    Ghana's Black Queens will play Côte d'Ivoire in a placement match on August 13 after a 2-1 quarter-final loss to Malawi at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, as they seek to finish the tournament strongly.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

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. Black Queens lose 2-1 to Malawi in WAFCON quarterfinal

    Ghana's women's football team lost 2-1 to Malawi in a 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal, eliminating them from automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren described it as the most painful moment of his 20-year coaching career.

    11 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Black Queens lose WAFCON quarterfinal to Malawi 2-1

    Ghana's national women's football team was eliminated from the 2026 WAFCON quarterfinal after falling 2-1 to Malawi, missing out on a chance to qualify for their first World Cup in 20 years. Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren said it was the worst feeling he has had in 20 years of coaching.

    11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 10 August

  1. 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 reach WAFCON 2026 quarterfinals with Mali draw

    Ghana advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after drawing 1-1 with Mali on Thursday, with Evelyn Badu scoring in the first half and Mali equalizing from a free kick in the second.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. 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

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Black Queens defeat Cape Verde 2-0 in WAFCON 2026 opener

    Ghana's women's football team opened their 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde on Wednesday, with goals from Doris Boaduwaa and an own goal securing the win and a strong start to their 2027 Women's World Cup qualification push.

    29 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Black Queens open WAFCON campaign against Cape Verde

    Ghana's Black Queens begin their 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign against Cape Verde in Morocco, seeking a semi-final appearance to secure a FIFA Women's World Cup spot and their first WAFCON trophy. The Black Queens, three-time runners-up and third-place finishers at the last edition, are tournament favourites despite facing debutants Cape Verde.

    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

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

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Black Queens name 27-player squad for 2026 WAFCON in Morocco

    Coach Kim Lars Björkegren has announced a 27-player provisional squad for Ghana's 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign, combining experienced players like captain Portia Boakye with emerging talent and home-based stars. Ghana will face Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D, with all matches at Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca.

    7 July 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 6 July

  1. Kim Lars announces 25-player squad for WAFCON 2026

    Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a provisional 25-player squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, including captain Portia Boakye and players from Ghana's domestic Women's Premier League. Ghana will face Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D.

    6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Black Queens announce 27-player squad for WAFCON 2026

    Ghana women's football team coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren named a 27-player provisional squad for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, led by captain Portia Boakye and including experienced players and youth talent. Ghana will face Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali in Group D, with all matches at Moulay Rachid Stadium in Casablanca.

    6 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Black Queens open training camp for 2026 WAFCON

    Ghana's women's football team has opened camp in Accra to prepare for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for next month. The team pulled out of a scheduled three-nation tournament featuring Malawi and Tanzania, and will begin training on June 2.

    2 June 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

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