Black Maidens name 22-player squad for Togo clash in U17 World Cup qualifiers

Head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa has named a 22-player squad for Ghana’s upcoming FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Togo.

The squad features a balanced mix of talent across all departments as the Black Maidens aim to secure a positive result in the first leg.

In goal, Rahima Abubakari Napari, Belinda Maku Aklie and Josephine Nyanfule have been handed the responsibility between the posts.

The defensive unit is made up of Hajara Adams, Rafia Osman, Seraphina Esse Essenam, Janet Amewudor, Gifty Agyeiwaa Senior, Juliana Gyekeyewaa and Philipa Asana Mannebe, forming a solid backline for the crucial encounter.

Captain Seidatu Wahab leads the midfield alongside Zeinab Shani, Daniela Abass, Benedicta Nketiah Danso, Sekinatu Amadu, Mavis Yeboah and Ruth Ayayee, providing creativity and control in the centre of the pitch.

In attack, Jessica Appiah Asamoah, Cynthia Obinsrewuo, Gloria Ameaa Adomako, Linda Achiaa and Priscilla Mensah will be relied upon to deliver the goals.

The team has already arrived in Lomé and is camped at EL Doria Hotel in Baguida as preparations intensify ahead of the qualifier.