The draw for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) was completed on Friday ,November 22,2024 at the Mohammed VI Sport Center in Salé, Rabat and the Black Queens of Ghana have been placed in a challenging Group C alongside defending champions South Africa, Mali, and Tanzania.
Group C is poised to be a fiercely contested group in the tournament, with intense battles expected among the participating teams.
The Black Queens, under the guidance of head coach Nora Häuptle, face a daunting task as they seek to redeem themselves after missing out on the 2022 edition and suffering a disappointing group-stage exit in the 2018 WAFCON, which was held on home soil. To advance to the knockout stages, the team will need to bring their A-game.
Challenges ahead
Ghana’s match against South Africa will be a particularly tough test. The defending champions boast a strong squad and will be eager to start their title defense on a positive note.
Mali and Tanzania, though considered underdogs, should not be underestimated. Both teams have shown significant improvement in recent years and will be looking to cause upsets in the group.
Opportunities for the Black Queens
Despite the challenges, the Black Queens have a talented squad capable of making a deep run in the tournament. With experienced players like Portia Boakye and Janet Egyir, Ghana has the firepower to compete with the best teams in the group.
A strong team dynamic and solid defensive structure will be crucial in determining the Black Queens’ success in Group C. If they can stay organized and focused, Ghana has a good chance of advancing to the knockout stages.
The 2024 Women’s AFCON promises to be an exciting tournament, and the Black Queens’ journey will be closely watched by fans from Ghana and across the continent.
With determination, hard work, and a bit of luck, Ghana can overcome the challenges in Group C and make a memorable run in the tournament.
Will the the three time finalists rise to the occasion and finally make their nation proud by clinching their first ever WAFCON title ? Only time will tell.
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Story by Erica Odeenyin Odoom|univers.ug.edu.gh
