The Black Queens of Ghana delivered a dominant second-half performance, securing a convincing 4-1 victory over Tanzania and booking their place in the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) Morocco 2024 on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Ghana took an early lead in the 12th minute when Princella Adubea finished calmly from the center of the box, taking advantage of a well-executed team move. Tanzania responded well and equalized just before halftime. Stumai Athumani capitalized on a headed pass from Enekia Lunyamila to score, bringing the teams to a 1-1 tie at the break.
The second half was dominated by the Black Queens. In the 63rd minute, Alice Kusi restored Ghana’s lead by converting a penalty after Princess Marfo was fouled in the area. Kusi confidently stepped up and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way.
As the match wore on, Ghana’s quality and intensity began to overwhelm the Tanzanian defence. Evelyn Badu made it 3–1 in the 87th minute, finishing from close range following a well-executed set-piece. In stoppage time, Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah capped off a clinical counter-attack, slotting home to seal an emphatic 4–1 win.
Ghana’s resilience and attacking flair proved too much for Tanzania, who battled bravely but were ultimately outclassed in the latter stages. With this commanding victory, the Black Queens advance to the knockout rounds full of confidence, underlining their credentials as serious contenders in the tournament.
Source: Graphic.com.gh
