Ghana’s Black Queens have taken another major step towards the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup after defeating Côte d’Ivoire 2-1 in a crucial CAF play-off encounter.
The victory keeps Ghana’s dream of returning to the global stage alive and secures the country a place in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament.
The Black Queens produced a determined performance to overcome the Elephantes, holding their nerve in a high-pressure contest where a place in the next stage was at stake.
The 2-1 victory is significant for Ghana, who are seeking a return to the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time since 2007.
Ghana have previously appeared at three editions of the Women’s World Cup — 1999, 2003 and 2007 — with their last appearance coming in China in 2007.
