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Grace Asantewaa

2026-06-022026-08-23

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    However, the lead lasted just minutes as Temwa Chawinga scored from a wicked deflection off Grace Asantewaa to level proceedings.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens miss out on automatic 2027 World Cup qualification after 2-1 loss to Malawi
  3. 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
  4. July 2026
  5. 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
  6. Joy Online

    Alice Kusi, Portia Boakye, Sherifatu Sumaila, and Grace Asantewaa were the only players who had had a taste of continental football at that level.

    WAFCON 2026: Why the Black Queens could end trophy drought this year
  7. Joy Online

    The squad is headlined by captain Portia Boakye, with experienced players Grace Asantewaa, Cynthia Konlan, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah and Princella Adubea all included.

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

    Players such as Chatelle Boye-Hlorkah, Sharon Sampson, Jennifer Cudjoe, Cynthia Konlan Findib, Princella Adubea, Grace Asantewaa and a host of others were all pictured in the team’s camp on the opening day.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens open camp in Morocco ahead of tournament
  9. Daily Guide

    Captain Portia Boakye leads the squad, with key players including Grace Asantewaa, Princess Marfo, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Stella Nyamekye, Jennifer Cudjoe, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah and Princella Adubea all earning places as Ghana targets a strong showing at the continental champi

    Black Queens Name 27- Player Provisional Squad For 2026 WAFCON
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    Among the notable inclusions are captain Portia Boakye, Grace Asantewaa, Princess Marfo, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Stella Nyamekye, Jennifer Cudjoe, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah and Princella Adubea, all expected to play key roles in Ghana’s campaign.

    Kim Lars names provisional squad for WAFCON 2026
  11. Joy Online

    The squad is headlined by captain Portia Boakye, with experienced players Grace Asantewaa, Cynthia Konlan, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah and Princella Adubea all included.

    WAFCON 2026: Black Queens name provisional squad for tournament
  12. June 2026
  13. Joy Online

    Wasiima Mohammed, Diana Amoako, Grace Asantewaa, Benedicte Simon, Evelyn Badu, Josephine Bonsu, Princess Marfo, Stella Nyamekye and Patience Ajepina Zakaria are also in camp.

    Black Queens open camp in Accra as WAFCON preparations continue

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

Wednesday 29 July

  1. 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

Monday 27 July

  1. Black Queens aim to end WAFCON trophy drought in 2026

    Ghana's women's football team qualified for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with a win over Egypt and will compete in Group D against Cape Verde, Cameroon, and Mali. The tournament doubles as a 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifier, and the team has greater experience than in 2024, when most players competed in continental football for the first time; Ghana has reached three WAFCON finals but lost all to Nigeria.

    27 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

Monday 13 July

  1. Black Queens open Morocco camp for 2026 WAFCON tournament

    Ghana's Black Queens have opened camp in Casablanca, Morocco, ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The team will face Cape Verde, Cameroon and Mali in Group D, with the tournament also serving as qualifiers for the 2027 Women's World Cup.

    13 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

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