Ghana’s Black Queens Throttle Mauritius 7-0 to Secure 10-0 Aggregate Win in Olympic Qualifiers
Ghana’s women’s national team, the Black Queens, defeated Mauritius 7-0 in the second leg of the second‑round Olympic qualifiers at Essipong Stadium.
In Brief
- •Ghana’s women’s national team, the Black Queens, defeated Mauritius 7-0 in the second leg of the second‑round Olympic qualifiers at Essipong Stadium.
- •The aggregate score of 10-0 (3-0 first leg, 7-0 second leg) guarantees Ghana a place in the third round of qualifiers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- •Key scorers for Ghana were Portia Boakye, Evelyn Badu, Ajegipina Zakaria, Benedicte Simon, Jennifer Cudjoe, Nancy Amoh and Mukarama Abdulai.
- •The victory marks a significant step toward Ghana’s first-ever qualification for the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament.
- •The match was coached by Kim Lars Björkegren and played on 13 October 2026.
Why It Matters
The Black Queens’ emphatic win not only propels Ghana into the next stage of Olympic qualification but also signals a growing strength in African women’s football. A historic first qualification would elevate the sport’s profile in Ghana, inspire investment in grassroots development, and enhance national pride on the international stage.
Key Details
- Aggregate Score
- 10-0
- Second Leg Score
- 7-0
- First Leg Score
- 3-0
- Venue
- Essipong Stadium, Ghana
- Date of Second Leg
- 2026-10-13
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