Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has extended her heartfelt support to the Black Queens following their narrow defeat to host nation Morocco in the semi-finals of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
Ghana’s national women’s football team bowed out of the tournament after a tense penalty shootout in Rabat on Tuesday night, missing out on a chance to reach the final.
In a message shared on her official Facebook page shortly after the game, Vice President Opoku-Agyemang lauded the team for their courage and spirited display throughout the tournament.
“We are proud of our Black Queens! 🇬🇭👑 You fought with heart, discipline, and pride. Ghana stands behind you after a tough loss on penalties to Morocco. What a brave and spirited performance,” she wrote.
Looking ahead to the team’s third-place match against South Africa, she encouraged the players to finish the tournament with determination.
“As you prepare to face South Africa in the third-place playoff, know that the nation believes in you. Finish strong. You’ve already made us proud. Keep going, Queens!”
The Black Queens have enjoyed an impressive run in this year’s WAFCON, rekindling national enthusiasm for women’s football.
Despite the heartbreak of missing out on the final, their resilience has won the admiration of many Ghanaians, including the country’s leadership.
The team is expected to regroup quickly as they prepare for the third-place decider against South Africa’s Bayana Bayana in what promises to be another thrilling contest.
