Former Black Stars captain, Andre Dede Ayew, has offered words of motivation to the Black Maidens ahead of their crucial FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal.
The Black Maidens will host Senegal on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in a decisive return leg at the Accra Sports Stadium with a place at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. A victory for Ghana will secure qualification for the Ghanaian side.
In a surprise visit, Andre Ayew spent time interacting with the players and technical team as preparations intensify. He urged the players to embrace the occasion, remain confident, and give everything for the nation.
“Opportunities like these do not come around often, and I encourage you to play with courage, discipline and belief in their abilities,” he said during his address.
The former Black Stars skipper also emphasized the importance of representing Ghana with pride, telling the players to trust the hard work they have put in throughout the campaign.
“You need to stay united, enjoy the moment and leave everything on the pitch. The entire country is behind you and believe you can qualify,” he added.
The Black Maidens Management Committee Chairman, Nana Sarfo Oduro, welcomed the visit, describing it as a timely morale booster ahead of one of the team’s biggest matches.
“Having someone of Andre Ayew’s stature come to support the girls means a lot. His words have lifted the team’s spirits and given the players extra motivation as we prepare for this important game,” he said.
