WAFCON: Black Queens Cruise Into The Last Eight

On July 14, 2025, Ghana’s Black Queens defeated Tanzania 4-1, securing their place in the WAFCON 2025 quarterfinals. With just one point from their first two games, Ghana was in a must-win situation in Group C and needed to put on a great show to advance.

Princella Adubea gave the Ghanaians the lead by taking advantage of a careless clearing.

Early in the second half, Alice Kusi scored from the penalty spot to make the score 2-1. Then, just 12 minutes after substituting, Evelyn Badu scored a quick rebound goal to increase the margin to 3-1.

With a magnificent curling shot into the top corner, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah clinched the victory, making it 4-1.

Stumai Athumani scored Tanzania’s only goal in the first half, bringing the score to a 1-1 draw at the break.

This strong comeback – three quick-fire goals in the second half – not only clinched their round-of‑16 berth but also set Ghana up for a thrilling quarter-final showdown against Algeria. Want to know about the upcoming fixture or how the other groups are shaping up?

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Under coach Kim Björkegren, the Queens rose to the occasion, delivering the victory they needed to progress. Their triumph not only lifted them out of the group stage but also marked a significant turnaround after earlier struggles.

It’s a memorable milestone for the Black Queens—as they progress to the last eight of the tournament.

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