Ghana’s senior women’s national football team, the Black Queens, have received a major recognition after being nominated for the prestigious Women’s Team of the Year award at the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards.

The nomination places Ghana among the outstanding women’s national teams being considered for one of African football’s top honours, highlighting the team’s growing reputation and achievements on the continental stage.

The recognition is also a testament to the hard work, commitment and determination of the players, technical team and management in their quest to restore Ghana’s position among the leading forces in women’s football in Africa.

The Black Queens have continued to attract attention through their performances and efforts to compete at the highest level, while representing Ghana with pride in international competitions.

The nomination is expected to serve as further motivation for the team as they seek to build on their progress and strengthen their position in African women’s football.

Winning the award would represent another significant milestone for Ghanaian football and provide a major boost to the development and promotion of women’s football in the country.

The 2026 CAF Awards will celebrate outstanding achievements across African football, recognising the players, coaches, teams and administrators who have made remarkable contributions to the game during the period under review.

For the Black Queens, the nomination offers an opportunity to receive continental recognition for their efforts and further enhance Ghana’s profile in women’s football.