The Black Queens of Ghana have named their final squad for the crucial 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifier against Côte d'Ivoire in Casablanca on Thursday, August 13. This high-stakes clash will give both West African rivals one final opportunity to keep their hopes of reaching the World Cup in Brazil alive.
Black Queens Make Three Changes to Squad
Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has made three changes to the team that started Ghana's 2-1 defeat to Malawi. Benedicte Simon returns to the defence in place of Comfort Yeboah, while Princess Marfo replaces Alice Kusi. Stella Nyamekye also comes into the XI, taking Evelyn Badu's place.
Cynthia Konlan keeps her position in goal, with Portia Boakye and Susan Ama Duah continuing as the central defensive pairing. Josephine Bonsu and Simon will provide width from the back. The Black Queens are chasing a return to the Women's World Cup for the first time since 2007, while Côte d'Ivoire have made only one appearance at the tournament, in 2015.
Ghana's Starting Lineup for the Showdown
Jennifer Cudjoe and Grace Asantewaa retain their midfield positions, while Nyamekye and Marfo start on the wings. Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah will operate just behind Doris Boaduwaa, who leads the line for Ghana. The neighbours have met three times recently, with Ghana winning their latest encounter 1-0 in July after Sharon Sampson scored in the 75th minute.
A Chance for Redemption
Victory in Casablanca will send the winner into the inter-confederation play-offs, keeping their World Cup dream alive. Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have met three times recently, with their previous two friendlies producing a 3-3 draw and a 1-0 Côte d'Ivoire victory. The Black Queens will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing quarter-final exits at the 2026 WAFCON, where they suffered the same fate against Malawi.
Côte d'Ivoire surrendered a 1-0 lead before losing 2-1 to Algeria, while Ghana suffered the same fate against Malawi. This high-stakes clash will give both West African rivals one final opportunity to keep their hopes of reaching the World Cup in Brazil alive. The winner will advance to the inter-confederation play-offs, keeping their World Cup dream alive.
Source: Yen ALL
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