Story: Sports Desk 

The Black Queens of Ghana are scheduled to proceed with their participation in the ongoing Pink Ladies Cup in the United Arab Emirates, despite rising regional tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted their training schedule.

The team’s Media Officer, Matilda Dimedo, confirmed to the media that the squad remains in constant communication with the tournament organisers and Ghana’s Consulate in the UAE.

Officials from Ghana’s diplomatic mission visited the Black Queens on Tuesday morning, assuring the team of government support and safety.

While security concerns initially prevented the team from accessing the training pitch, the players have remained active by pivoting to indoor gym work to maintain fitness.

Dimedo indicated that the team was  hopeful of returning to the pitch later on Monday for a full training session. This preparation is critical as the Black Queens are expected to honour their next fixture scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday against Russia, provided conditions remain stable.

Addressing the visible unrest, Dimedo noted that the situation on the ground had calmed significantly since yesterday, when smoke was seen across the skyline.

She reported that local activities had returned to a level of normalcy, which had helped ease the anxiety within the Ghanaian camp.

However, the team’s stay remains subject to the status of regional airspace. Dimedo explained that their departure strategy is twofold: should the airspace be cleared before their final game against Tanzania, the team may opt for an early exit. Alternatively, they will complete the tournament and wait for a safe window to fly out.

The Black Queens opened their campaign with a dominant 4-0 win over Hong Kong on Saturday and are using the friendly tournament as a vital build-up for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).