Ghana’s Black Queens are setting their sights on continental glory as head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren boldly declares his ambition to lead the team to their first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title.

The Swedish tactician has opened a nine-day training camp at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence, assembling 31 players — 24 of whom are home-based — in preparation for the upcoming tournament in Morocco this July. It marks Ghana’s return to WAFCON since their last appearance in 2018.

Bjorkegren, who has been actively scouting local talent, sees the camp as a crucial opportunity to build team chemistry and assess players up close.
“For me, to see all the players in Ghana is impossible. I can maybe catch one game at 3pm, but after that, there’s nothing more,” he explained. “This camp is a great chance for me to get to know many players — both on and off the pitch.”

Drawn into a challenging group with defending champions South Africa, Mali, and Tanzania, the Black Queens face a tough path to the knockout stage. However, Bjorkegren remains optimistic.
“To win gold, it’s simple — take it step by step,” he said. “We may not be the favorites, but once we get out of the group, it’s three more games. And I believe we can do it.”

The Black Queens, three-time WAFCON runners-up, are eager to rewrite history and claim their maiden continental crown under the guidance of their determined new head coach.