Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has praised the Black Maidens following their reported 2-0 victory over Canada at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, expressing confidence in the young players’ ability to represent the country with determination on the international stage.

In a statement shared on her verified Facebook page, the Vice President said she had been following the team’s progress and was encouraged by the confidence and composure displayed by the players. She described their performances as evidence of the potential within Ghana’s women’s football system.

The reported victory over Canada represents an important moment in the team’s campaign, with the young Ghanaians seeking to demonstrate their abilities against opponents from other footballing nations. Their performance has also generated excitement among supporters who hope to see the team progress further in the competition.

Professor Opoku-Agyemang encouraged the players to maintain their concentration and continue working together as the tournament progresses.

“I encourage them to remain focused, united and confident in their abilities,” she said, emphasising that every stage of the competition provides an opportunity for the team to demonstrate its talent and determination.

The Vice President also congratulated the technical team and other individuals involved in preparing the Black Maidens for the tournament. She acknowledged that performances at international competitions depend on the combined efforts of players, coaches and support personnel.

Her message adds to the encouragement directed towards Ghana’s young footballers as they pursue success on the global stage. Support from national leaders and the wider public can help strengthen the players’ morale as they face the demands of international competition.

The Black Maidens have historically played an important role in Ghana’s women’s football development. Their participation in major tournaments provides opportunities for young players to gain international experience and showcase their abilities to a wider audience.

The reported result also renews attention on the need to support women’s football through improved facilities, youth development programmes, competitive opportunities and sustained investment in coaching.

As Ghana’s campaign continues, supporters will be watching the team’s progress and hoping the players can build on their performance against Canada.

However, the match result and the Vice President’s quoted statement should be checked against official FIFA and government sources before publication, as the supplied report does not provide links to the original announcements.

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