Black Queens knew the task ahead as facing Bayana Bayana of South Africa in the opening game was the ultimate test. The Black Queens' form ahead of th
Black Queens knew the task ahead as facing Bayana Bayana of South Africa in the opening game was the ultimate test. The Black Queens’ form ahead of the tournament was very concerning after winning just two in their last 6 games.
Playing against the top nations on the continent has not been rosy, as the Black Queens have been struggling.
The game was very open, as Ghana was not far behind their opponents in terms of performance.
Glasgow City’s 27-year-old forward Linda Motlhalo’s penalty in the 23rd minute gave the South Africans an early lead. The goal unsettled Ghana, with the experienced Seoposenwe Jermaine capitalising on Ghana’s loss of focus to double the Bayana Bayana’s lead.
Many were wondering how Ghana was going to fare against the incredible South Africans after going down by 2-0 with only 34 minutes played.
Ghana’s head coach, Kim Bjorkeren, made three changes in the 68th minute with Marfo, Adubea and Amoh replacing Kusi, Boaduwaa and Mohammed, respectively, yet no changes were felt in the Queens’ play.
South Africa protected their 2-0 lead and ended the day with the three points. Ghana will face Mali in matchday 2, while South Africa will face Tanzania.
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