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Black Maidens set to depart for Lomé on Friday ahead of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifier
The Black Maidens will depart for Lomé, Togo, on Friday as the team continue preparations for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier.
The team is expected to travel with a strong squad, aiming to secure a positive result in the crucial encounter in Lomé.
The match forms part of Ghana’s qualification campaign for the next FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, with the team determined to maintain the country’s strong presence at the global youth tournament.
Historically, the Black Maidens have been one of most consistent teams in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, regularly securing qualificationto represent Ghana at higher levels.
The first leg encounter is scheduled for the Stade de Kégué de Lomé on April 12 with the reversed fixture billed for the Accra Sports Stadium on April 18.
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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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