Ghana and Mali have confirmed their starting lineups ahead of their highly anticipated Women’s Africa Cup of Nations encounter, with both sides naming strong teams as they battle for a place in the next stage of the competition.
The Black Queens will be led by captain Priscilla Boakye, while C. Konlan starts in goal for Ghana. Coach Kim Lars Björkegren has retained a blend of experience and attacking quality, with Doris Boaduwaa, Evelyn Badu, and Alice Kusi expected to spearhead the team’s offensive threat.
Defensively, Susan Duah, Grace Asantewaa, and Cudjoe are tasked with providing stability, while Boye-Hlorkah, C. Yeboah, and Bonsu complete the starting XI.
Ghana Starting XI: C. Konlan (GK), Susan Duah, Grace Asantewaa, Cudjoe, Boye-Hlorkah, Doris Boaduwaa, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, C. Yeboah, Priscilla Boakye (C), Bonsu.
Mali, meanwhile, will be captained by goalkeeper Karentao, who also starts between the posts. The West Africans have named a balanced lineup featuring Coudon, C. Dembele, Oumou, S. Diarra, Aissata T, F. Niakate, Saratou, T. Sissoko, Diagne, and O. Sissoko.
With both teams fielding their strongest available elevens, fans can expect a fiercely contested encounter as Ghana seek another important result against a determined Malian side.
Mali Starting XI: Karentao (GK, C), Coudon, C. Dembele, Oumou, S. Diarra, Aissata T, F. Niakate, Saratou, T. Sissoko, Diagne, O. Sissoko.
