The Black Queens are set for a demanding run of matches at the 2026 Pink Ladies Cup Tournament in the United Arab Emirates, as Ghana steps up preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
The invitational tournament, scheduled from February 28 to March 6, will see the Queens take on Hong Kong, Russia and Tanzania in a compact series of high intensity fixtures designed to test squad depth, tactical discipline and match fitness.
Ghana will open their campaign on February 28 with a 16:00 GMT encounter against Hong Kong, a fixture expected to set the tone for the tournament. The Queens will be looking to start strongly and build momentum as they ease into the competition.
Attention will then shift to March 3, when Ghana face Russia at 16:00 GMT in what is anticipated to be the toughest test of the group. The European side are known for their physical strength and structured approach, offering the Black Queens a valuable measuring stick as they prepare for elite continental opposition.
The final matchday arrives on March 6, with Ghana closing their Pink Ladies Cup journey against Tanzania at 21:00 GMT. The late kickoff adds another layer of challenge, mirroring conditions often encountered at major international tournaments.
Beyond results, the Pink Ladies Cup presents an important opportunity for the technical team to assess combinations, sharpen tactical ideas and expose players to competitive match situations ahead of WAFCON. With three matches in quick succession, the Black Queens will be pushed both mentally and physically, making the tournament a crucial step in their build up to Africa’s premier women’s football competition.