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WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup: Joe Nana Adarkwa eyes title defence with Black Maidens

As the Black Maidens prepare to face Burkina Faso in the WAFU B tournament, the head coach has emphasised that the primary goal of their participation is to build a formidable team for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.

WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup: Joe Nana Adarkwa eyes title defence with Black Maidens

Joe Nana Adarkwa, head coach of Black Maidens, aims to defend their title in the upcoming WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup. The tournament is taking place in Côte d'Ivoire, serving as a preparatory event for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Adarkwa firmly believes that the primary objective of participating in the tournament is to build a competitive team for the World Cup.

Speaking at a press conference, Adarkwa expressed the team's determination to compete against top teams, including Nigeria. He emphasized that the squad has been strengthened across all departments, including attack and defence, to increase their chances of success. With their title on the line from the previous tournament, Adarkwa's team is eager to defend their championship status.

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