Ghana’s Black Queens have ended their preparations for the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on a high note after recording a convincing 4-0 victory over Malawi in a friendly match in Casablanca, Morocco.
The team delivered an impressive performance from the opening whistle, dominating possession, creating several goal-scoring opportunities and showing strong organisation in both attack and defence.
Forward Doris Boaduwaa was the star of the match, producing a brilliant attacking display to score a hat-trick.
The talented striker opened the scoring for Ghana before adding two more goals to complete a memorable individual performance and highlight her readiness for the upcoming tournament.
Sharon Sampson also found the back of the net, adding Ghana’s fourth goal with a composed finish after another strong attacking move from the team.
The Black Queens controlled proceedings throughout the match, combining quick passing, intelligent movement and effective finishing to keep Malawi under pressure.
Their defensive discipline was equally impressive, as they prevented their opponents from creating clear chances and secured a clean sheet.
The victory provides a major confidence boost for head coach Nora Hauptle and her players as they prepare for the continental competition.
The team’s performance showed signs of improvement in key areas, including attacking coordination, defensive stability and overall match control.
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The friendly was the final opportunity for the technical team to assess the squad and make necessary adjustments before the tournament begins.
The players demonstrated their fitness and understanding of the team’s tactical approach, giving the coaching staff more confidence ahead of the challenge.
The Black Queens will now shift their focus fully to the 2026 WAFCON, where they will compete against some of Africa’s strongest women’s football nations.
