Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has praised the country’s U-17 women’s national team, the Black Maidens, for their impressive performances at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

In a message posted on her verified Facebook page, the Vice President said she had been following the team’s progress and was encouraged by the confidence and determination displayed by the young players.

She noted that their performances reflect the growing potential of women’s football in Ghana and demonstrate the ability of the country’s young talents to compete against international opponents.

Her commendation followed the Black Maidens’ 2-0 victory over Canada in a group-stage match. The result provided another positive moment for the Ghanaian side as they continued their campaign at the global tournament.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang encouraged the players to maintain their concentration and continue believing in their abilities as the competition progresses. She emphasised the importance of teamwork, unity and confidence, reminding the young footballers that every match presents an opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities on the international stage.

The Vice President also congratulated the entire team, including the players, coaches and technical staff, recognising the collective effort required to achieve success in a competition of this level.

Her message reflects the growing support for the Black Maidens among Ghanaians and members of the sporting community, with many hoping the team will continue producing strong performances in the remaining matches.

The recognition from the Vice President could further motivate the young players as they seek to make their mark at the tournament. It also draws attention to the importance of supporting women's football in Ghana through investment in young talent, improved development opportunities and sustained institutional backing.

As the Black Maidens continue their World Cup journey, expectations remain high that they will build on their victory over Canada and deliver further performances that make the country proud.

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