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Ghana defeats Senegal to book a place in African Games final
The Black Princesses put up a thrilling performance to set up a showdown with Nigeria in the final of the African Games.
Mary Awuah’s corner kick found Tracey Twum who headed home the opener in the 18th minute.
Yussif Basigi’s side had a game plan and they nullified the attacking opponents of the opponents.
Ophelia Serwaa Amponsah’s was denied by the post in the 34th minute.
But the attacker got her goal in the 46th minute when she received the ball on the flanks and placed it in the bottom of the post to increase the tally.
Senegal pulled one back in the 53rd minute through a spot kick but Ophelia Serwaa responded within two minutes to extend Ghana’s lead.
Abiba Issah defended proactively throughout the game while having the ability to dig in getting several important headers away.
The Princesses looked more determined in the game to thwart the efforts of the opponents – as they held on to win the game 3-1.
Ghana will battle with Nigeria for Gold in the finals of the Women’s football competition in the African Games on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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