Black Queens defender Josephine Bonsu says pulling on the Ghana shirt is more than just football, it’s a deeply personal tribute to her father.
Born and raised in Germany, Bonsu has become one of the key cogs in Ghana’s women’s national team setup, helping the Black Queens to a bronze medal at the 2024 CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and securing qualification for the 2026 edition with a commanding 7–0 aggregate win over Egypt.
The 26-year-old featured in both legs of the qualifier, including a 4–0 victory at the Accra Sports Stadium, where she played in front of 'loud' Ghanaian fans an experience she described as “unforgettable.”
“It’s a dream to play for the national team. I’m just giving back to my father, playing for the national team. It means a lot,” Bonsu said.
For Bonsu, the emotional weight of representing her father’s homeland was matched only by the energy of the crowd.
“When I was walking through the tunnel and saw the fans, I was like, is this even real life? It was so loud. The atmosphere was just outstanding, and even in the middle of the game, I found myself looking around and enjoying it. This is just a dream.”
Her performances have not gone unnoticed, with the defender now firmly establishing herself as part of a new generation driving Ghana’s women’s football revival.
By: Pascal Amoah
