The leadership of the National Sports Authority (NSA) has paid a solidarity visit to Ghana’s U17 women’s national team, the Black Maidens, as part of a working tour of national sports associations and federations.
NSA Board Chairman Prof. Fred Awaah and Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah visited the team’s camp on Wednesday at the Accra Sports Stadium during their friendly warm-up match as the team intensifies preparations for their decisive FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal.
Addressing the players, NSA Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah congratulated the Black Maidens for their efforts and encouraged them ahead of the crucial encounter.
He assured the team of the NSA’s full backing, stating that they have the complete support of the authority as they represent Ghana on the international stage.
Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, who also spoke on behalf of the NSA Board Chairman, Prof. Fred Awaah, told the players that their success would be celebrated, adding that the chairman has a special package for the team should they secure qualification.
The visit forms part of efforts by the NSA leadership to motivate and support Ghana’s national teams ahead of major competitions.
The Black Maidens are preparing for their final-round FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 GMT.
The two sides drew 1–1 in the first leg in Dakar, leaving the qualification battle finely poised ahead of the decisive return fixture.
