As an Association which believes in the growth and development of the women’s football, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) joins FIFA in celebrating the expansion of the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament to 16 nations for the first time.

GFA General Secretary, Prosper Harrison Addo has said this development reflects the huge investments made by FIFA in the Women’s game over the years that women’s football deserves greater representation and visibility in all competitions including the Olympics. He opine, that this expansion resonates well with the GFA’s Women football development Strategy.

A statement on the official website of the World Football Governing body reads;

‘FIFA is pleased with the decision taken by the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to approve a proposal for 16 women’s and 12 men’s teams to participate in the Olympic Football Tournaments at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games (LA28) – a major milestone for the women’s game and a powerful endorsement of women’s sport.

The expansion of the women’s tournament reflects the shared commitment of FIFA, the IOC and LA28 to elevate women’s sport, celebrate the strength of the women’s game in the United States and continue to open doors for more players and more nations on the world stage.

“FIFA has always believed in the power of women’s football and today’s decision by the IOC Executive Board is a positive step,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. “Our vision is clear: we are investing in and expanding opportunities for women’s football at every level. More teams on the Olympic stage means more role models, more inspiration and more impact.”

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