The Ghana women’s football team, known as the Black Queens, has landed in Zambia. The team arrived in Ndola on Saturday, February 24, 2024, with the aim of conducting its entire preparation for the upcoming match on Zambian soil.
Led by coach Nora Hauptle, the Black Queens are determined to leave no stone unturned in their quest for victory against the formidable Copper Queens of Zambia.
The first leg, held in Ghana on February 23, ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat for the Black Queens, placing them at a slight disadvantage as they head into the return match.
The decision to travel to Zambia early demonstrates the commitment of the Ghanaian team to meticulously plan and strategize for the upcoming encounter, scheduled for February 28 in Ndola.
The regional capital of the Copperbelt will serve as the residence for the Ghanaian contingent as they focus on refining their strategy and game plan.
The Black Queens understand the magnitude of the task at hand, needing to overcome the deficit from the first leg to secure advancement in the Olympic qualifiers.
The upcoming match against the Copper Queens is poised to be a decisive battle, with both teams vying for a coveted spot in the next round of the qualifiers.
The Zambian selection, having secured a 1-0 lead in the initial leg, holds a double advantage with the home-field advantage and a lead in the scoreline.
As the tension builds ahead of the crucial clash, football enthusiasts anticipate an intense encounter between the Black Queens and the Copper Queens, with both teams eyeing progression in the 2024 Olympic qualifiers.
