Players of the Black Queens celebrating
The Black Queens of Ghana produced a commanding performance to secure a 3–0 away victory over Egypt in the first leg of the 2026 WAFCON qualifiers, at the Suez Canal Authority Stadium on Thursday, October 23, 2025
Ghana took control of the match in the 42nd minute when Doris Boaduwaa broke the deadlock. The in-form forward latched onto a delightful pass from Jennifer Cudjoe, skipped past her marker, and fired a composed first-time finish into the net. The goal gave the Queens a deserved lead heading into halftime.
The second half saw Ghana continue their dominance, and the hosts’ task became even tougher when Habiba Essam Mohammed was sent off in the 52nd minute for a reckless challenge on Grace Asantewaa.
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With the numerical advantage, Ghana pressed higher and doubled their lead in the 85th minute through Mary Amponsah, who reacted quickest to slot home after the Egyptian goalkeeper failed to hold a powerful strike.
Deep into stoppage time, Grace Asantewaa crowned her brilliant display with a stunning third goal, a curling effort from inside the box that sealed a comfortable win for Kim Lars Bjorkegren’s side.
With a 3–0 first-leg cushion, the Black Queens will head into the return fixture in Accra full of confidence as they chase qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
90’ – ⏰ – Full Time!
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We head back to Accra with a crucial away win..!!!🤩
Well done Ladies 🥰🤝🏾#ShineBlackQueens✨ #WAFCONQualifiers pic.twitter.com/aNrPUmEhOK
— Ghana Women National Teams 🇬🇭 (@GhanaWNT) October 23, 2025
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