2024 WAFCON: Björkegren Confident of Quarterfinals Spot
Ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Ghana’s head coach Kim Lars Björkegren remains positive that the Black Queens can still reach the quarterfinals, despite failing to win their opening group match. The squad showed promise in their 2–0 loss to South Africa, particularly in the first half—signalling tactical growth under the Swedish tactician. Match Performance & Coach Feedback Opening defeat: Ghana lost 2–0 to reigning champions South Africa, with goals coming from a first-half penalty and a second from Jermaine Seoposenwe. Coach’s view: Björkegren praised the team’s intensity and concentration in the first half hour, highlighting tactical discipline despite eventual lapses. The coach stressed the squad's growth in both fitness and strategies over the past month. Tactical Growth & Optimism Björkegren believes the squad has evolved physically and tactically, merging Ghanaian talent with European-style discipline. Confident in their ability […]