Black Queens To Learn Group Stage Opponents for 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Later This Month
The Black Queens of Ghana are set to learn their group stage opponents for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), with the draw scheduled to take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 19:00 GMT at the Mohammed VI Technical Centre in Sale, Morocco.
This year’s competition promises intense action as Ghana joins 11 other nations, including some of the continent’s strongest teams, in the quest for the coveted trophy.
Among the contenders are Algeria, Botswana, Mali, Morocco (the host nation), Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa (the defending champions), Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tunisia, and Zambia.
The Black Queens, Ghana’s senior women’s national team, are eager to make their mark on the 15th edition of WAFCON, set to be held in Morocco in July 2025.
Having worked tirelessly to secure qualification, the team is determined to reclaim its status among Africa’s best, with hopes of advancing far in the competition.
Under the leadership of head coach Nora Hauptle, the Queens have shown significant improvements in recent outings, raising expectations among Ghanaian football fans. The team aims to capitalize on its experience and preparations to secure a favorable position in the tournament.
Tournament Highlights
Location: Morocco
Date: July 2025
Edition: 15th
The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations serves as a platform for showcasing the best talents in African women’s football. This year’s tournament will also double as a qualifier for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, adding another layer of importance to the competition.
The group stage draw will be conducted live on Friday and broadcast across major channels in Africa and internationally. Fans can also tune in via CAF’s digital streaming platform, CAF TV, to witness the unveiling of matchups that will set the stage for the action-packed tournament.
The Black Queens are expected to approach the competition with confidence and determination, bolstered by a rich history in African women’s football. The draw will provide clarity on their potential path to glory and offer fans an exciting glimpse of what’s to come.