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Black Maidens in Dakar for FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier

From Ghanaian Times · () English

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  • The Black Maidens, Ghana's U-17 women's football team, have traveled to Dakar, Senegal, for a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier.
  • The team, comprising a 24-player squad and staff, departed Accra on Tuesday aboard ASKY Airlines.
  • This first-leg match is part of a two-legged tie that will determine qualification for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.

Ghana's U-17 women's national football team, the Black Maidens, have arrived in Dakar, Senegal, for a pivotal FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup qualifying match. A squad of 24 players, along with their technical team and officials, departed Accra's International Airport on Tuesday via ASKY Airlines, determined to secure a favorable result in the first leg of their final qualifying round clash. The team has demonstrated an impressive performance throughout the qualifying campaign, and this two-legged tie represents their final hurdle before potentially securing a spot in the World Cup. Preparations have been intensified in recent weeks, with the technical staff focusing on refining tactics and ensuring the players are in optimal condition for this decisive encounter. The Black Maidens aim to make a strong statement away from home as they pursue qualification for the global tournament.

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