Ghana's Black Queens have been drawn to face Mauritius in the second round of the African qualifiers for the LA 2028 Olympic Games. The matches will take place in October 2026. This is a significant step for the Black Queens as they aim to secure their first-ever Olympic Games appearance. The team is one of Africa's top-ranked women's national teams and received a bye through the preliminary round.
The first leg of the match will be played on Thursday, October 8, 2026, in Mauritius. The return leg is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Ghana. Mauritius secured their place in the second round after eliminating Djibouti 3-1 on aggregate in the preliminary round. They won the first leg 2-1 at home and completed the job with a 1-0 victory in the return fixture.
The Black Queens are still chasing their first-ever Olympic Games appearance, and these qualifiers give them a fresh opportunity to secure a spot at LA 2028. The team has been preparing for this moment, and the coaching staff is optimistic about their chances. The Ghanaian team has a strong squad and will be looking to make a good impression in the qualifiers.
A total of 29 countries, including Ghana, received a bye through the preliminary round and will enter the competition at the second of five knockout stages. The African qualifiers for the LA 2028 Olympic Games will be a significant test for the Black Queens as they aim to make their mark on the international stage.
The coaching staff and players of the Black Queens are focused on achieving a positive result against Mauritius. The team's goal is to qualify for the LA 2028 Olympic Games and make Ghana proud. The fans are also eagerly anticipating the matches and are confident that the team will perform well.
The LA 2028 Olympic Games will feature a range of sports, including football. The African qualifiers are an essential part of the qualification process for the Games. The teams that qualify will have the opportunity to compete against the best teams from around the world.
The Black Queens' matches against Mauritius will be crucial in determining which team will qualify for the next round of the African qualifiers. The team that wins the tie will progress to the next stage, while the losing team will be eliminated. The stakes are high, and the matches are expected to be intense and competitive.
Key points
- The Black Queens will face Mauritius in the second round of the African qualifiers for the LA 2028 Olympic Games.
- The first leg of the match will be played on October 8, 2026, in Mauritius, and the return leg will be played on October 13, 2026, in Ghana.
- The Black Queens are still chasing their first-ever Olympic Games appearance and will be looking to make a good impression in the qualifiers.
