Black Maidens Qualify for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Victory Over Senegal

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Published: July 11, 2026

Published at: 6:38Pm

story by Saibu Terry

Ghana’s Black Maidens have booked their place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating Senegal 7-6 on penalties in a thrilling final qualifying round at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The decisive second-leg encounter ended 1-1, mirroring the scoreline from the first leg in Dakar, leaving the tie level at 2-2 on aggregate and forcing a penalty shootout.

In a tense battle from the spot, the Black Maidens held their nerve to edge out the Senegalese side 7-6, sparking jubilant celebrations as they secured qualification for the global tournament.

The victory highlights the resilience and determination of Ghana’s U-17 women’s national team, who once again demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure. Their qualification ensures Ghana will be represented on the world stage as they prepare to compete against the world’s best young female footballers.

The achievement is another milestone for the Black Maidens, who continue to uphold Ghana’s strong tradition in women’s youth football and will now shift their focus to preparations for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.