Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team have arrived in Senegal as preparations intensify for their decisive final qualifying tie for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The Black Maidens touched down in Dakar on Tuesday ahead of Friday’s first-leg encounter against Senegal, with a place at the global tournament firmly in their sights.
Head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa and his squad are expected to complete the final phase of preparations in the Senegalese capital before the crucial showdown.
Ghana booked their place in the final qualifying round after an emphatic 8-0 aggregate victory over Liberia, underlining the team’s attacking strength and growing confidence.
The Black Maidens are determined to secure a return to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after missing the previous two editions due to a suspension imposed by the Confederation of African Football.
Friday’s first leg in Dakar will be followed by the return fixture in Accra, where the winner over two legs will earn qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The Black Maidens will be hoping to take a positive result back home as they edge closer to a return to football’s biggest stage at youth level.