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Pearl Pia Ladies Crowned NRFA Women Division 1 League Champions for 2024/25 Season
Pearl Pia Ladies have been crowned champions of the Northern Regional Football Association (NRFA) Women Division 1 League for the 2024/25 season, marking a historic achievement for the club and a significant milestone in women’s football in the region.
The team, known for their tenacity and strong performances throughout the season, clinched the top spot after a series of dominant displays that saw them outshine their competitors in the highly competitive league.
With an impressive run of victories, Pearl Pia Ladies secured the coveted title with a game to spare, reaffirming their status as one of the top contenders in the women’s football scene in the northern part of Ghana.
Under the leadership of their technical team, the club showcased remarkable teamwork, discipline, and resilience, which ultimately saw them emerge as the league’s finest.
The players, alongside their coaching staff, dedicated their success to hard work, perseverance, and a shared vision of bringing glory to the club and contributing to the growth of women’s football in the region.
The achievement also reflects the growing interest and investment in women’s football in northern Ghana, a region historically underrepresented in the women’s game. Pearl Pia Ladies’ triumph is expected to inspire more young girls to take up the sport and dream of playing at the highest levels.
In celebration of their triumph, the team and supporters gathered for a victory ceremony, where the league trophy was presented to the club in the presence of football officials, fans, and well-wishers.
The victory also guarantees the team a place in the upcoming national women’s league, where they will compete with the best teams from across the country.
Officials from the Ghana mission in the United Arab Emirates have paid a morale-boosting visit to the camp of the Black Queens.
The delegation, made up of Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto, Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai and Head of Transport Anas Shaibu, visited the team to assure them of the government’s support and commitment to their safety and welfare.
During the visit, the officials interacted with the team and offered words of encouragement, urging the team to remain focused on the tournament despite concerns surrounding unrest in parts of the UAE.
Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto emphasised that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic mission, is closely monitoring the situation and is committed to ensuring the team’s safety throughout their stay.
“We want the team to stay calm and focus on the competition. The government and the embassy are doing everything possible to ensure your safety and well-being.” he said.
Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai also reiterated the mission’s readiness to provide any assistance required by the team during the tournament.
Leadership of the team expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and motivating.
With the backing of Ghana’s diplomatic officials in the UAE, the Black Queens remain determined to represent the country proudly and deliver strong performances in the Pink Ladies Cup.
The Black Queens have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the upcoming Pink Ladies Cup in Dubai. The team touched down at the Dubai International Airport via Emirates Air on Wednesday morning and were warmly received by the competition’s organising officials.
The squad will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will begin their final preparations for the tournament. Organised as part of the international women’s football calendar, the Pink Ladies Cup is expected to feature four national sides using the competition to assess their squads and fine-tune strategies for upcoming tournaments.
Ghana will open their campaign today with a clash against Hong Kong, while Russia and Tanzania face off in the other opening match.
The Black Queens are then scheduled to return to action on March 3, when they take on Russia in a match expected to test them against a physically strong opponent.
The final round of games will be played on March 6, with Ghana closing their campaign against Tanzania at 9:00 pm.
With three matches in eight days, the tournament promises to be a crucial phase in Ghana’s preparation, as the Black Queens aim to return to continental action sharper, stronger, and more competitive.
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