Ghana’s senior women’s national team, the Black Queens, overcame an early scare to defeat Benin 4-2 in a thrilling international friendly on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, as part of their preparations for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The match, played in Benslimane, Morocco, started with an explosive tempo. Just four minutes in, defender Nina Norshie handed Ghana the lead with a clever back flick, setting the tone for what promised to be a dominant performance.
But Benin had other plans.
In the 11th minute, the visitors capitalised on a defensive lapse to pull level, and by the 32nd minute, they were ahead, this time converting from the penalty spot to make it 2-1.
Despite Ghana’s strong start, they went into the break trailing and needing inspiration.
The second half, however, belonged entirely to the Black Queens.
Alice Kusi found the equaliser in the 55th minute with a composed finish, reigniting Ghana’s momentum.
It didn’t take long for the Queens to assert control; in the 70th minute, Susan Ama Duah slotted home to complete the comeback and make it 3-2.
With Benin struggling to contain the pressure, Ghana put the game beyond doubt in the 81st minute when Chantelle Hlorkah added a fourth, sealing a confidence-boosting win for Kim Lars Bjorkegren’s side.
The victory offered a glimpse of their attacking depth ahead of the WAFCON tournament.
With goals coming from four different players and a strong second-half response, Bjorkegren and the Queens will be hoping to carry this form into competitive fixtures as they aim for continental glory in July 2025.
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