Black Queens to face England in high-profile international friendly

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that the Black Queens will lock horns with the Lionesses of England in a high-profile international friendly on December 2, 2025, following an agreement with the England Football Association.

Fresh from their semi-final run at the 2024 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON), the Queens are determined to build on that success as they prepare for upcoming international assignments, including the 2026 WAFCON.

The clash against England one of the world’s top ranked teams and reigning European champions will serve as a stern test for Ghana. It is expected to sharpen the squad, offer invaluable experience, and further strengthen the Queens’ competitive edge on the global stage.

✨🇬🇭 Big Test for the Black Queens! 🇬🇭✨

Your WAFCON Bronze medalist will face European champions, @Lionesses in an international friendly on 2nd December 2025 at St. Mary’s Stadium, Southampton.

A golden opportunity to test our strength as we build towards the next WAFCON. 💪🏾… pic.twitter.com/c3O0LpyxrN
— Ghana Women National Teams 🇬🇭 (@GhanaWNT) September 12, 2025

Head coach Kim Lars Björkegren views the encounter as a golden opportunity to assess the team’s progress, expose his players to world-class opposition, and identify areas that require improvement.

With growing confidence and momentum, the Black Queens will head into the fixture motivated to deliver a strong performance

not only to test their readiness but also to showcase the remarkable strides Ghana continues to make in women’s football internationally.