The stage is set for another thrilling chapter in Ghanaian women’s football as Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren names his 24-woman squad for the decisive Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Qualifiers against Egypt.

With a ticket to next year’s tournament in Morocco on the line, Ghana will lock horns with the Pharaohs of Egypt in a tense two-legged encounter. The first leg takes place on Thursday, October 23, with the return fixture scheduled for October 28 in Accra — matches that will determine whether the Queens secure their spot at Africa’s biggest women’s football event.

Bjorkegren has struck a balance between experience and youthful promise. Two exciting former Black Princesses — Sharon Sampson of Swedish side Piteå IF and Helen Alormenu from Texas State University — have earned maiden senior call-ups after impressive performances at the youth level. Sampson, who shone at the 2023 U-20 World Cup in Costa Rica, returns to the fold eager to make her mark on the senior stage.

Meanwhile, captain Portia Boakye once again headlines the squad, bringing her trademark leadership and composure to guide the team through what promises to be a fiery contest. The squad also retains its dependable goalkeeping trio — Cynthia Konlan, Kerrie McCarthy, and Afi Amenyeku — ensuring stability at the back.

As the Queens prepare for battle, Coach Bjorkegren’s mission is clear: blend the energy of youth with the wisdom of experience to outclass their North African rivals and book their place among the continent’s elite.

With determination running high and the memory of past WAFCON triumphs fueling their spirit, the Black Queens stand ready to make Ghana proud once again.