Despite growing tensions in the region, the Black Queens of Ghana will continue their campaign at the ongoing Pink Ladies Cup in the United Arab Emirates, according to team media officer Matilda Dimedo.
The team’s training was momentarily interrupted by the disturbance after they defeated Hong Kong 4-0 in their first game on Saturday. The squad is still in close communication with Ghana’s Consulate in the United Arab Emirates as well as the tournament organizers, Dimedo told Joy Sports.
On Monday morning, representatives from Ghana’s foreign mission paid the Black Queens a visit and reassured them of the government’s support and the team’s safety. The players have maintained their conditioning through indoor gym sessions, despite the fact that access to the outdoor training pitch was initially restricted due to security concerns.
Dimedo indicated that the squad is optimistic about resuming full training later on Monday in preparation for their second match against Russia. She also reported that the situation in the host city has calmed significantly since yesterday, when smoke was visible across the skyline, and that local activities are returning to normal—helping to ease anxiety within the Ghanaian camp.
The team’s departure plans remain dependent on the status of regional airspace. Dimedo explained that the Black Queens could leave early if conditions improve before their final game against Tanzania, or otherwise remain to complete the tournament before flying home safely.
Using the friendly competition as key preparation for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the Black Queens will face Ivory Coast in their final warm-up game following the Pink Ladies Cup, ahead of WAFCON later this month.
