The Black Damsels, Ghana’s U-15 girls’ team, have etched their names into history after defeating Uganda 2-0 to win the 2025 African Schools Football Championship on home soil.
Playing with determination and flair at the University of Ghana Sports stadium in Accra, the Ghanaian girls delivered a dominant performance to fulfill the popular mantra of “Host and Win.” Their impressive victory over Uganda not only earned them the coveted gold medal but also a $30,000 prize reward for their outstanding achievement.
They defeated South Africa in Semi Finals by three goals to two.
This triumph marks a significant milestone for Ghanaian youth football, particularly in the women’s game, and highlights the success of ongoing efforts to develop talent at the grassroots level.
With this victory, Ghana not only claims continental glory but also sends a strong signal about the rising strength of women’s football in the country. The future certainly looks bright for the young stars of the Black Damsels.
