Ghana’s Black Queens Held to 1-1 Draw by Mali in WAFCON 2024
- Ghana’s Black Queens draw 1-1 with Mali at WAFCON 2024.
- Doris Boaduwaa scored Ghana’s first goal of the tournament.
- Jennifer Cudjoe created multiple chances for the Black Queens.
- Mali equalized with a goal from Aissata Traoré.
- Ghana must win against Tanzania to advance to knockouts.
Ghana’s Black Queens Seek Crucial Victory in WAFCON
The 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has become a do-or-die situation for Ghana’s national football team, the Black Queens, following their disappointing 1-1 draw with Mali on July 11, 2025, at the Berkane Municipal Stadium. The team was looking for a win after opening their campaign with a 2-0 defeat to South Africa, which left them needing at least three points to rekindle their hopes of advancing in Group C. Early optimism emerged when Doris Boaduwaa netted the first goal of the tournament for Ghana in the 6th minute, thanks to a well-timed assist from teammate Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah.
Mali Stuns Ghana with Second-Half Equalizer
Boaduwaa’s strike brought the crowd to life and ignited a sense of expectation amongst the Ghanaian squad. With Jennifer Cudjoe expertly supporting the attack, the team appeared set for a successful outing. Cudjoe was particularly impactful, orchestrating several threatening moves that put the Malian defense on high alert. Yet, despite Ghana’s promising first half, the tide turned after halftime. Mali struck back just seven minutes into the second half, leveling the score via Aissata Traoré’s precise finish, which rattled the Ghanaian defense and left the Black Queens scrambling to re-establish control of the match.
Ghana Faces Must-Win Match Against Tanzania
As the clock ticked on, Ghana head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren made a pivotal decision in the 73rd minute, introducing Josephine Bonsu Kyerewaa, who made her tournament debut. This change was aimed at injecting much-needed energy and creativity into Ghana’s midfield as Anasthesia Achiaa made way. But, despite the substitutions and a renewed push from the team, Ghana could not find a late winner. Now, with only one point from two encounters in the tournament, Ghana’s path forward is increasingly fraught with difficulty, as they must secure a victory against Tanzania in their next match to keep their knockout stage aspirations alive. The pressure is on, and it is not looking easy for the Black Queens at WAFCON 2024.
Ghana’s Black Queens find themselves in a tough spot after a frustrating draw with Mali at WAFCON 2024. The team must now win their upcoming match against Tanzania to have any hope of advancing in the tournament. This standoff showcased both the potential and the current struggles of a team that finds itself needing an urgent boost to qualify for the knockout rounds.
