The Ghana U-16 Women’s National Team has touched down in Malta, ready to participate in the prestigious UEFA International Development Tournament.
The tournament, scheduled to take place from March 3-9, 2025, will be held at the state-of-the-art Centenary Stadium in Ta’ Qali-Attard.
A contingent of 20 players, including two goalkeepers and 18 outfield players, accompanied by seven officials, departed Ghana late Sunday evening. The team, being prepared to become the next Black Maidens, arrived in Malta ahead of the four-nation tournament on Monday.
Participating in the tournament, which features teams from Latvia, Malta, and Ireland, forms part of efforts to prioritize youth development in the country.
The U-16 Women’s Team is expected to hold its first training session today, Monday, March 3, in readiness to take on the host country, Malta, on Tuesday, March 4, at the Centenary Stadium.
The team’s arrival in Malta marks the beginning of an exciting journey, as they prepare to face off against some of the best young female footballers from around the world.
The UEFA International Development Tournament is a premier competition for U-16 women’s national teams, providing a platform for young players to gain valuable experience, develop their skills, and showcase their talents on the international stage.
Ghana’s participation in the tournament is a testament to the country’s growing commitment to women’s football. The Ghana Football Association has been working tirelessly to develop the women’s game, and this tournament provides an excellent opportunity for the U-16 team to gain exposure, test their mettle against top-class opposition, and learn from the experience.
The team’s technical staff, led by their coach Nana Adarkwa, has been preparing the players for this momentous occasion. The squad has been fine-tuning their skills, working on their tactics, and building their team spirit in the lead-up to the tournament.
As the Ghana U-16 Women’s National Team takes to the pitch in Malta, they will be carrying the hopes and aspirations of a nation. Coach Joe Nana Adarkwa is preparing the team to become the next formidable Women’s U-17 Team for their competitive assignments, which start during the last quarter of the year.
