Newly appointed Black Queens head coach, Kim Lars Björkegren, has pledged his commitment to player development and long-term success, as he was officially unveiled by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
The 43-year-old Swedish tactician, who has vast experience coaching women’s football across Europe and Asia, emphasized the need for hard work, scouting, and continuous improvement to ensure Ghana’s women’s national team achieves success on the international stage.
“The most important aspect of my job is to visit all the players, watch games, and help them improve,” Björkegren said at his unveiling.
“Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose, but for me, the staff, and the players, working hard every day is key to ensuring success sooner or later.”
The former Apollon Ladies and Racing Louisville FC coach acknowledged Ghana’s abundance of footballing talent, expressing confidence in both the short-term and long-term prospects of the Black Queens.
“I see so much talent in this country, and I am really sure that in the short term, we have the potential to succeed. In the long term, I can guarantee we will be successful,” he assured.
Björkegren’s appointment comes at a crucial time as the Black Queens aim to qualify for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and compete for a spot at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. His arrival has been met with optimism, as fans and stakeholders look forward to a new era of progress and stability for Ghana’s senior women’s national team.
