Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has described Ghana's upcoming clash against Mali at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as a "tricky" and "difficult" test, with everything on the line for his team.

Ghana must win Friday's encounter, set for 16:00 GMT at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, to stay in the competition after falling 2-0 to South Africa in their opening Group C game.

Meanwhile, a win for Mali, who defeated Tanzania 1-0, would seal their qualification to the next round.

Speaking to CAF ahead of the match, Björkegren acknowledged the threat Mali poses, especially in attack. "We are playing against a good team.