Total Dominance: Black Queens thrash Mauritius 7-0 to reach Olympic qualifying third round
Ghana’s Black Queens have advanced to the third round of the African qualifiers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games after thrashing Mauritius 7-0 in the second leg of their second-round tie on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
On Tuesday, Ghana's Black Queens delivered an impressive performance, defeating Mauritius 7-0 to advance to the third round of Olympic Qualifiers for the Los Angeles 2028 Games. The crucial victory brought their aggregate score to an impressive 10-0, following a 3-0 win in the first leg last Thursday in Mauritius.
Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren's team demonstrated their dominance throughout the match, utilizing their speed, strength, and accuracy in the attacking third. Captain Portia Boakye put the Queens ahead early on, followed by Evelyn Badu doubling the lead.
Ajegipina Zakaria extended Ghana's lead to three goals before the half-time break. After the interval, the Queens continued to put pressure on Mauritius, with their substitutes making a timely impact. Benedicte Simon scored for Ghana in the 73rd minute, capitalizing on her introduction. Jennifer Cudjoe added a fifth goal in the 87th minute, bringing the score to 7-0.
The result highlights Ghana's commitment to securing a historic first qualification for the Women's Olympic Football Tournament. With this victory, Ghana moves on to the next round of qualifiers, vying for a spot in the upcoming LA 2028 Games.
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