The stage is set for the 2025/26 Women’s FA Cup, and Ladystrikers FC have learned their first-round opponents following the official draw held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
The draw sees Ladystrikers FC paired against BIS-Paradise Ladies, a Division One side from the Southern Zone, in what promises to be a thrilling encounter as the team begins its quest for silverware this season.
The Round of 64 matches will be played between November 21 and November 24, 2025, marking the start of this year’s national women’s knockout competition.
2025/26 Women’s FA Cup Calendar
The Ghana Football Association has officially released the full schedule for this season’s competition:
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Round of 64 Draw: November 11, 2025
Matches: November 21–24, 2025 -
Round of 32 Draw: December 10, 2025
Matches: December 19–22, 2025 -
Round of 16 Draw: January 13, 2026
Matches: January 23–26, 2026 -
Quarter-finals Draw: February 10, 2026
Matches: February 20–23, 2026 -
Semi-finals: March 20–23, 2026
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Grand Finale: May 10–13, 2026
The competition continues to provide a national platform for Women’s Premier League and lower-division clubs to compete for glory and recognition in Ghanaian women’s football.
Ladystrikers FC in the Women’s FA Cup — A Proud Record
Since the introduction of the Women’s FA Cup in Ghana, Ladystrikers FC have established themselves as one of the most competitive and consistent sides from the Southern Zone.
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The team reached the Quarter-finals in 2017, showcasing tactical discipline and attacking flair.
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In 2019, Ladystrikers made another strong run, bowing out narrowly in the Round of 16 after a hard-fought battle with Police Ladies FC.
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The club’s 2021 campaign saw a spirited performance in the Round of 32, reinforcing their reputation as one of Ghana’s most resilient women’s teams.
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Last season, Ladystrikers FC once again reached the Round of 16, proving their steady presence among the country’s top contenders.
Heading into the 2025/26 edition, the team is determined to make another deep run — this time with ambitions of reaching the finals and bringing the FA Cup trophy home to the passionate fans of Cape Coast.
Message to Our Fans
Speaking after the draw, the Assistant Coach of Ladystrikers FC, Abigail Sarkodie Mantey expressed optimism about the matchup:
“Facing BIS-Paradise Ladies presents both a challenge and an opportunity. We respect every opponent, but our focus remains on advancing and representing Cape Coast proudly in this year’s FA Cup. We invite our fans to rally behind the team as we begin this exciting journey.”
The match details — including venue, date, and all information — will be communicated in the coming days by SamBoad & LeoCay Media, proud Media partners of Ladystrikers FC
Stay tuned to @Ladystrikers_fc for updates, photos, and behind-the-scenes coverage as we prepare for the FA Cup kickoff.
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