- Ghana's Black Queens Face Japan's Nadeshiko
- Preparations for WAFCON and Olympics
- Opportunity for Growth and Assessment
On July 13, the Kanazawa Go Go Curry Stadium in Tokyo will play host to an exciting international Women’s Friendly match between Japan’s Nadeshiko and Ghana’s Black Queens. This encounter promises to be a thrilling contest between two teams with different goals but a shared determination to succeed.
The Black Queens have been on a roll, securing their spot in the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a convincing victory over Namibia in the final qualifying round. This match against Japan presents an ideal opportunity for the team to maintain their competitive edge ahead of the tournament. Additionally, it allows Head Coach Nora Häuptle to assess potential new additions to the squad and fine-tune her strategy.
For Japan, ranked seventh in the world, this game is part of their preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympics Games. They aim to strengthen their team through challenging fixtures like this one against Ghana, which will help them refine their skills and tactics.
Ghana’s Black Queens, currently ranked 64th globally and fourth in Africa, continue to benefit from opportunities provided by the Ghana Football Association to participate in international friendlies during FIFA Women’s international windows. Recent matches against Senegal and Benin have been part of this strategy to enhance the team’s capabilities and expose them to different playing styles.
This friendly match against Japan offers another chance for the Black Queens to test their mettle against a top-ranked team and learn valuable lessons that will serve them well in their future endeavors. With both teams eager to make a statement, this encounter promises to be an exciting and closely contested match that will showcase the best of women’s football.
