The Black Queens of Ghana will take on Egypt in the final qualifying round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup Championship

By Emmanuel Austin Baah On Sep 25, 2025

The Black Queens of Ghana will take on Egypt in the final qualifying round of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

This crucial fixture will determine which of the two nations secures a place at the prestigious continental tournament, scheduled for March next year. The 2026 WAFCON will not only crown Africa’s best women’s football team but will also serve as the qualification route to the next FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Ghana’s Black Queens, who are seeking a return to the continental showpiece after missing out on recent editions, will be aiming to draw on their rich history in African women’s football. The team, three-time runners-up, last appeared at the WAFCON in 2018 when Morocco also hosted the competition.

Egypt, on the other hand, are determined to upset the odds and secure only their third-ever appearance at the tournament. The Pharaohs’ Ladies have made steady progress in women’s football and will pose a tough challenge for the Black Queens.

Next year’s WAFCON will be staged in Morocco for the second consecutive edition, following the successful hosting of the 2022 tournament. The North African nation has been investing heavily in women’s football and will once again provide the platform for Africa’s best to showcase their talent on the global stage.

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Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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