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Black Queens target historic Olympic qualification
Ghana’s senior women’s national football team, the Black Queens, face a challenging route as they pursue qualification for the women’s football tournament at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, United States.
Head coach Lars Kim Björkegren has acknowledged the difficulty of the campaign but remains confident in his players’ ability to compete for a place at the global event.
Björkegren acknowledges tough Olympic qualification challenge
Ghana advanced to the third round of the African qualifying competition after recording a commanding 10–0 aggregate victory over Mauritius. The team had received a bye in the opening preliminary round before overcoming Mauritius in the second round.
The Black Queens are scheduled to face Zambia in the third round, which is set to take place from 23 February to 6 March 2027. The tie represents another important test for Ghana as the team continues its pursuit of an Olympic debut.
Black Queens intensify preparations for Zambia test
Despite the challenge, the coach believes his squad has the quality and potential to progress. He has emphasised the need to win matches and maintain confidence throughout the campaign.
Ghana chase maiden Olympic appearance in women’s football
For Ghana, the stakes are significant. The Black Queens have yet to qualify for the Olympic Games, making the current campaign an opportunity to achieve a historic milestone in the country’s women’s football history.
Black Queens eye historic 2028 Olympic qualification
The team will need to prepare carefully for Zambia, maintain its recent momentum and deliver consistent performances if it is to keep its Olympic ambitions alive.
With the next qualifying round approaching, attention will turn to the technical team’s preparations and the players’ ability to rise to the challenge.