Black Queens are currently stranded in the United Arab Emirates after authorities closed the country’s airspace following the escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict, according to reports.
The team travelled to Dubai on 25 February to compete in the Pink Ladies’ Cup, a four-nation invitational tournament organised to help participating nations prepare for upcoming international assignments. The competition formed part of Ghana’s build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, scheduled to begin on 17 March.
The Queens made a strong start to the tournament, defeating Hong Kong 4-0 in their opening match on Saturday. However, later that evening, reports of Iranian missile strikes affecting parts of Dubai created uncertainty, leading to the suspension of flights and raising safety concerns.
Although the Ghanaian delegation, made up of 25 players and 16 officials, is based in Sharjah and has not been directly affected, players say impacted areas are visible within minutes of their hotel. Team officials have since asked members to pack their belongings in readiness for a possible evacuation while they await further instructions.
Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is monitoring developments, while the Ghana Embassy in the UAE has urged nationals to remain calm and avoid unnecessary travel as contingency plans are considered.
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