The black queens of ghana came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over c´te d'ivoire in a vital fifa women's world cup play-off match: victory over C´te d'Ivoire in a vital FIFA Women's World Cup play-off match, keeping their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 tournament alive.
According to Ghana News Agency, the Black Queens had a difficult start to the encounter and fell behind as Akissi Mikouame Konan converted a fourth-minute penalty to hand C´te d'Ivoire an early lead.
Despite enjoying periods of possession and moving the ball well, the Black Queens struggled to create clear-cut chances in the opening half, allowing the Ivorians to take their advantage into the break.
Ghana returned from halftime with renewed purpose and eventually found a breakthrough in the 59th minute when Princess Marfo scored the equaliser.
The goal lifted the confidence of the Black Queens, who began to dictate play while remaining wary of C´te d'Ivoire's threat on the counterattack.
Their pressure was rewarded in the 72nd minute when Ghana won a penalty. Josephine Bonsu stepped up and calmly converted from the spot to complete the comeback.
The Black Queens then produced a disciplined defensive display in the closing stages to protect their lead and secure a hard-fought victory.
The result keeps Ghana firmly in contention for a place at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup as the Black Queens continue their qualification campaign.