The Black Queens are gearing up for a thrilling international test as head coach Kim Lars Björkegren prepares his side to face European champions England in what promises to be a landmark clash.

The encounter — scheduled for December 2, 2025, at St. Mary’s Stadium in Southampton — will mark the first-ever meeting between Ghana and England at the senior women’s level, a moment of history for Ghanaian football.

Speaking to Joy Sports, the Swedish tactician expressed his excitement about the challenge, describing the match as a priceless opportunity to measure Ghana’s progress ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

> “It’s a big game, of course,” Björkegren said. “England are probably among the top four teams in the world right now — alongside Spain, France, and the USA. They just keep improving, and that’s what makes this such a valuable test for us.”



He added that the friendly reflects England’s respect for Ghana’s growth on the global stage.

> “The fact that they want to play against us means a lot. They’re preparing to win the World Cup in Brazil, not just to participate — and facing them will push us to be better.”



The Black Queens, who continue to rebuild under Björkegren’s leadership, will look to use this high-profile friendly as a platform to sharpen their game and prove they can compete with the world’s elite.