Ghana news briefing
WAFCON 2026: We do not owe team per diems – Sports Ministry denies Black Queens claims
“Accordingly, as of 12 August 2026, government has no outstanding per diem obligation to the Black Queens,” the Ministry said.
With the Black Queens set to face Côte d’Ivoire in a crucial FIFA Women’s World Cup play-in, the Ministry urged all parties to focus on supporting the team’s qualification bid, stressing that “Government remains firmly behind the Black Queens.
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has denied claims by members of the Black Queens that government owes the team outstanding per diems, insisting that all approved allowances due to the players and eligible officials have been paid.
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