U-17 Women's World Cup: Black Maidens beat Canada to reach Round of 16
The Ghana Black Maidens defeated Canada 2-0 in their final Group B match to qualify for the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Goals from substitutes Linda Achiaa and Christiana Ashiaku secured the victory in Morocco.
Why it matters
This result marks a significant achievement for Ghanaian youth football on the global stage, keeping their tournament hopes alive.
The Black Maidens have booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup after a deserved 2-0 victory over Canada in their final Group B game in Morocco.
Ghana secured the win they needed to leapfrog their North American counterparts and advance, while Canada must now wait to see if they will progress as one of the four best third-placed sides.
Joe Nana Adarkwa's side created the best chance of the first half, with an inspired Jessica Appiah carrying the ball through the Canadian half, only to see her powerful effort brilliantly tipped onto the post by Canadian goalkeeper Megan Lemieux.
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