Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named Ghana’s 25-player squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with the tournament set to take place in Morocco.
The Swedish tactician has blended experienced internationals with emerging talent as the Black Queens prepare to challenge for continental glory. Björkegren’s side heads into the competition in high spirits after securing a third-place finish under his leadership, with the coach continuing his mission to rebuild Ghana’s women’s national team.
The 2026 WAFCON also carries added importance, as it serves as a qualification pathway for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Ghana will be aiming for a deep run in Morocco as the Black Queens seek to re-establish themselves among Africa’s elite.
Drawn in Group D, Ghana will face Cameroon, Mali and Cape Verde in the group stage, which runs from July 26 to August 6.
The knockout rounds begin with the quarter-finals on August 8 and 9, followed by the semi-finals on August 12. The World Cup qualification play-offs are scheduled for August 13, before the tournament concludes with the final in Rabat on August 16.
This year’s edition also boasts a record prize fund of $5.8 million, with the eventual champions set to receive a historic $2 million.
Ghana will be hoping to make a strong impression and secure their first-ever WAFCON title.
Björkegren has selected Afia Amenyeku (FK Apolonia), Cynthia Konlan Fiindib (Samatex Ladies) and Osman Huzeimah (Jonina Ladies) as his three goalkeepers.
The defensive unit comprises Abena Anoma Opoku, Alex Tay, Anasteshia Achiaa, Benedicte Simon, Comfort Yeboah, Josephine Bonsu, captain Portia Boakye and Susan Amaduah.
In midfield and attack, the squad features a blend of creativity and experience with Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah, Evelyn Badu, Grace Asantewaa, Princella Adubea, Jennifer Cudjoe, Princess Marfo, Stella Nyamekye, Alice Kusi, Linda Owusuansah, Wasima Mohammed and Sharon Sampson all earning places.
Veteran striker Doris Boaduwaa also makes the squad, joined by Abi Kim and Ajegipina Zakaria, as the Black Queens look to mount a serious challenge for the continental crown.
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