Cecilia Delphina Boakye – SportsInGhana https://sig.sportsinghana.com ...delivering the best of Ghana sports news Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:39:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://sig.sportsinghana.com/sig/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/cropped-sports-in-ghana-favicon-32x32.png Cecilia Delphina Boakye – SportsInGhana https://sig.sportsinghana.com 32 32 Four matches open FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026™ tomorrow in Rabat  https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/10/four-matches-open-fifa-u-17-womens-world-cup-2026-tomorrow-in-rabat/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:39:21 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=50226 The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026™ begins tomorrow with an exciting day of football in Rabat. The tournament will be held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex (Gate B) and brings together the 24 best U-17 women’s national teams from across all six confederations for the second consecutive year in Morocco’s capital. 

The action gets under way at 15:00 local time, with Germany taking on Argentina in Group A, while DPR Korea face Puerto Rico in the opening match of Group B. 

At 18:00 local time, hosts Morocco will step onto the pitch to face New Zealand in Group B. Meanwhile, Poland and Nigeria will complete the opening round of matches in Group A. 

Statistics and fixtures for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026™ are available on FIFA.com. Editorial assets for accredited media representatives will be available from tomorrow via FIFA Media Hub. 

The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup features an innovative tournament format, with matches played across different pitches within the Mohammed VI Football Complex and a fan zone offering activities for visitors of all ages. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets at fifa.com/tickets.

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Ghana to face Morocco in international friendly on October 4 https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/09/ghana-to-face-morocco-in-international-friendly-on-october-4/ Fri, 18 Sep 2026 03:57:24 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=49972 Ghana will play Morocco in an international friendly on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Grand Stade de Tanger.

Both countries will use the match to assess their squads during the September-October international window, which also includes two qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana will open its qualifying campaign against Côte d’Ivoire on September 24, before hosting The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 27, 2026.

The friendly against Morocco is scheduled for a 7:00 pm kick-off (Morocco Time) at the Grand Stade de Tanger.

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Princesses soar 3-1 above Korea to revive World Cup hopes https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/09/princesses-soar-3-1-above-korea-to-revive-world-cup-hopes/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:21:16 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=49894 The Black Princesses put up an impressive performance to defeat South Korea 3-1 in their second group game.

The Princesses started on the right foot, creating an early goal-scoring chance through Agnes Yeboah, but her effort was parried to safety. Ghana pushed for a goal before half-time but their efforts were futile as they ended the half goalless.

After the break, Sarah Nyarko opened the scoring in the 52nd minute with a wonderful long-range strike. Ivy Osei Owusu doubled the lead in the 55th minute with a solo effort on the right flank, chipping the ball over the goalkeeper.

Substitute Ruth Amponsah scored in the 84th minute after a great team move from the centre-half to give the Princesses a three-goal lead.

South Korea pulled one back in added time to end the game 3-1 in favour of the Black Princesses.

The Black Princesses did enough to keep South Korea at bay and will now shift their focus to their final group game against France on September 12, 2026.

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PHOTOS: Maidens fired up for crucial Senegal return https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/07/photos-maidens-fired-up-for-crucial-senegal-return/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:23:00 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=49230 The Black Maidens have stepped up preparations ahead of Saturday’s decisive FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal.

The squad have been putting in some intensive training session at the Accra Sports Stadium since arriving from Dakar.

Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa and his technical team supervised a high-tempo session focused on tactical discipline, finishing, and defensive organization this afternoon.

The Black Maidens head into the fixture with everything to play for after fighting back to earn a draw in the first leg away to Senegal.

The players looked sharp and fully committed throughout training, displaying determination and confidence as they prepare for what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.

Here are some images from today’s session;

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We relish underdog tag – Thomas-Asante https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/06/we-relish-underdog-tag-thomas-asante/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:15:45 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=49014 Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante insists Ghana will carry no pressure into Tuesday’s World Cup showdown with England at Boston Stadium, saying the team’s self-belief and sense of purpose outweigh outside expectations.

Brandon provided a 95th minute assist that helped Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in Toronto. The win left both Ghana and England level on three points in Group L following the Three Lions 4-2 over Croatia in their opening match. Speaking to ghanafa.org Thomas-Asante is adamant that external doubt only fuels the squad.

“Everything to the best ability, it’s very much a case of — we back ourselves, we believe in ourselves. Whether people on the outside doubt us, believe us, or anything — that’s not what we think about. We think about why we’re here. We’re on a mission.” Thomas-Asante said.  

The Coventry City forward said that mission removes any weight of expectation. “That means there’s no pressure. It’s even less pressure for us,” he explained.

“We know our fans believe, but we know that some people might want to overlook us. We use that to our advantage — preparing properly and believing that we can go and do something.” He added.

England and Ghana both sit on three points heading into the Foxborough clash, with the winner set to take control of Group L. Kickoff at Boston Stadium is 4:00 PM ET on Tuesday.

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Black Maidens fly to FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifier return fixture https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/05/black-maidens-fly-to-fifa-womens-world-cup-qualifier-return-fixture/ Thu, 28 May 2026 02:20:00 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=48680 The Black Maidens have departed Accra for Monrovia, Liberia ahead of the second leg of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Liberia.

The team travelled aboard Asky Air on Tuesday as preparations intensify for the crucial return fixture.

A total of 24 players and 14 officials made the trip, alongside two management members, as Ghana aims to complete the qualification task following an impressive first-leg performance.

The technical team is expected to continue final preparations upon arrival in Monrovia ahead of the encounter, with the Maidens determined to maintain their strong form and secure progression to the next stage of the qualifiers.

The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers remain a key competition for the Black Maidens as Ghana continues its pursuit of another appearance on the global stage.

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Black Queens for 3-nation tournament in Tanzania https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/05/black-queens-for-3-nation-tournament-in-tanzania/ Sun, 24 May 2026 12:03:26 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=48629 The Black Queens are set to participate in a three-nation international tournament in Tanzania during the FIFA Women’s international window from June 1 to June 9, 2026.

The tournament, which will be hosted in Dar es Salaam, will feature Ghana, hosts Tanzania, and Malawi as the three nations prepare for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.

The competition is expected to provide the Black Queens with valuable match experience and an opportunity to keep the squad engaged during the international break.

The tournament will also form part of preparations to strengthen team chemistry, evaluate player performance, and maintain competitive momentum ahead of WAFCON 2026.

Further details regarding fixtures, venues, and the Black Queens squad for the tournament are expected to be announced in the coming days.

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Black Princesses to face France, Korea, Ecuador at World Cup https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/05/black-princesses-to-face-france-korea-ecuador-at-world-cup/ Fri, 15 May 2026 16:29:49 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=48473 The Black Princesses have been drawn in Group C alongside Korea Republic, Ecuador, and France.

The draw was held in Poland on Friday, May 15, setting the stage for a thrilling group-stage contest.

Ghana, making its eighth consecutive appearance at the global showpiece, will compete in Group C, where they will European giants, France, alongside Asian side Korea Republic and Ecuador from South America.

The Black Princesses will aim to advance past the group stage for the first time in the country’s history at the U-20 Women’s World Cup.

The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is scheduled to take place in Poland from September 5–27, 2026.

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Accra Box Cup draws 62 young boxers in thrilling showcase at Wisdom Boxing Gym https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/04/accra-box-cup-draws-62-young-boxers-in-thrilling-showcase-at-wisdom-boxing-gym/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:34:24 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=48189 The maiden edition of the Accra Box Cup delivered an exciting evening of youth boxing as 62 boxers competed across nine weight divisions at the renowned Wisdom Boxing Gym.

The event, organized in collaboration with Outboxed, highlighted the growing depth of grassroots boxing talent in the capital.

The competition, which ran from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm, featured young athletes in weight classes ranging from 20–23kg to 44–47kg. The five-hour showcase maintained a high tempo throughout, with bouts characterized by skill, discipline, and determination.

One of the standout moments of the evening came from Joseph Martey, who secured an impressive stoppage victory, earning one of the highest-scoring performances of the event and drawing loud applause from spectators.

Across all divisions, participants demonstrated commendable sportsmanship and technical ability, reflecting the strong developmental structure within Ghana’s boxing ecosystem. Wisdom Boxing Gym, established in 1993, has long been recognized as a key hub for nurturing boxing talent, having produced numerous national and international competitors over the years.

Despite the overall success, the event was not without controversy, as some concerns were raised regarding officiating decisions. Organizers addressed the issue promptly, advising referees and judges to uphold fairness and transparency in future bouts to maintain the integrity of the competition.

At the conclusion of the preliminary rounds, 18 boxers successfully qualified for the upcoming gold medal bouts, setting the stage for an even more competitive finale.

The Accra Box Cup stands as another positive step in promoting youth boxing in Ghana, reinforcing the role of community-based initiatives and partnerships in developing the next generation of champions.

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Black Maidens to face Liberia next in 2026 U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers https://sig.sportsinghana.com/2026/04/black-maidens-to-face-liberia-next-in-2026-u17-womens-world-cup-qualifiers/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:05:50 +0000 https://sportsinghana.com/?p=48120 Ghana U17 women’s team will face Liberia in the second round of the 2026 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers as they continue their bid to reach this year’s tournament in Morocco.

The Black Maidens return to the competition after a two-year suspension for age eligibility violations and have made an immediate impact with a dominant first-round performance.

Ghana progressed with an emphatic 8-0 aggregate victory over Togo, sealing qualification with a 6-0 win in the second leg at the Accra Sports Stadium after a 2-0 away triumph.

Liberia advanced to the next stage via a walkover against Libya.

The second-round tie is scheduled for May, with Ghana expected to host the first leg between May 22 and 24 before travelling for the return fixture between May 29 and 31.

Ghana will be aiming to maintain their strong form as they push for qualification to the U17 Women’s World Cup.

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