Ghana’s Black Queens have embraced the fresh philosophy introduced by head coach Kim Lars Björkegren and are excited about what the future holds under his leadership.
Currently on a training tour in Casablanca, Morocco, as part of their preparations for upcoming international fixtures, the team has commended the new coach’s tactics and approach.
Despite suffering a stoppage-time defeat to the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco in their first match under Björkegren, the players remain optimistic about his vision and the direction of the team.
Fenerbahçe Petrol Ofisi and Black Queens midfielder, Azumah Bugre, has expressed confidence in Björkegren’s methods, emphasizing that he brings a fresh perspective to the team.
I’m really happy. To begin with, I would say I’m so honored to be called to join the Black Queens team once again. I’m really happy to be here in Morocco preparing ahead of the African games. And I would say every coach has his or her philosophy, style of play, and system, and I think he comes in with something different and better.
It’s quite good because not just me, but along with my teammates, we’re trying to adapt well. We’ve had like two training sessions, and it’s been good. We understand each other, and everything is clear. I think sometimes we miss one or two things, but we’re able to ask questions to clarify things, and I think we are adapting so, so well. I believe it’s going to be a good way moving forward.
Black Queens midfielder Jennifer Cudjoe, who plays for DC Power FC in the USL Super League, also sees the new coaching change as a challenge worth embracing. She believes Björkegren’s arrival marks a fresh start for the team.
It’s a great eye-opener to be part of the team again and also embrace every challenge and change that has happened. It’s been a process for us to now take on from what we’ve built before, and I think it’s been really good.
For now, from what I’ve seen coming back into the team and then working with the coaches, it’s definitely a good thing for us. I’m excited to see what it can do for our team and for us as individuals as well. It’s been really great.
Meanwhile, Doris Boaduwaa, who plays for Hapoel Jerusalem, believes the team can build upon the foundation left by former coach Nora Häuptle.
Every coach that comes has his or her own strategy and how games should be played, so I think within these three days we’ve been training as a team, he has tried to mesh us together, and I am confident he will help us.
Sherifatu Sumaila, an attacking midfielder for Spanish side Rayo Vallecano, praised the technical team’s efforts to smooth the transition.
So far, so good. It’s only been a few days, and everything is going well. He’s trying his best to teach us the way he wants us to play. And the good thing is we’re having fun, we are listening, and we are learning new things.
The technical team, everyone has been helpful. So I feel like everything is on the right course. I am a girl with dreams and ambitions. I love to see myself grow, improve, and get better each and every day
The Black Queens were initially scheduled to play Moroccan club AS FAR in their second tour match, but the game was canceled.
However, with the positive energy surrounding the squad, the team remains hopeful that Björkegren’s new system will lead them to success.
