Black Princesses Coach Demands Higher Standards Ahead of Tunisia Return Leg

With a 2–0 first-leg advantage in hand, Ghana’s Black Princesses are already halfway to the next round of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. But head coach Charles Sampson isn’t settling for “good enough.”

Speaking to Sporty FM, Sampson acknowledged the away victory in Tunis but stressed that his young side can—and must—raise their game when they host Tunisia on Sunday, September 28, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

“We got the win we wanted, but we didn’t play the way we wanted,” he admitted, noting that nerves and inexperience affected their rhythm. “Now that we’re at home, I expect the players to be calmer and to express themselves much better.”

The second leg offers Ghana a chance not just to confirm qualification, but to showcase the attacking flair and composure their coach believes they possess. A convincing performance in Accra would underline their intent to secure a place at the 2026 finals in Poland.

Written by Emmanuel Atanga

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Published on September 26, 2025