GOC, GFA chart Olympic qualification roadmap for Black Queens, Black Meteors
The crucial engagement was convened specifically to map out a collaborative roadmap and discuss the rigorous qualification pathways for both national teams as they eye tickets to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA.
On a recent high-level strategic meeting, the leadership of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) joined forces with the management team of the Black Queens, the national women's football team, and the technical leadership of the Black Meteors, the national U-23 football squad. The primary objective of the meeting was to devise a comprehensive roadmap and discuss the demanding qualification pathways for both teams in their pursuit of Olympic qualification for the 2028 Games in Los Angeles, USA.
Mr. Richard Akpokavie, President of the GOC, stressed the importance of the gathering, given that Ghana's last Olympic football appearance was in 2004 Athens. The GOC's vision to have football representing the nation in Los Angeles has spurred this collaboration. The General Secretary of the GFA, Mr. Prosper Harrison Addo, thanked the GOC for its engagement, acknowledging that working hand-in-hand is crucial for success.
The Black Queens' qualification campaign begins in June 2026, spanning across five series of matches, while the Black Meteors commence their quest between November 2026 and March 2027, aiming to secure a spot at the 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt. The AFCON's two finalists will automatically qualify for the 2028 Games, with two athletes from both the men's and women's teams representing Africa.
Chef de Mission (CDM) of the Ghana team, Rev. Richmond Quarcoo, vowed to support the GFA's efforts, promising close coordination. The meeting saw the representation of both institutions by key sports administrators, committed to forging a united front and eliminating the 24-year Olympic football absence.
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