Goalkeeper Belinda Maku Aklie is steadily establishing herself as one of the brightest young talents in Ghana women’s football, with her outstanding performances earning her recognition at both club and national team levels.
The promising shot-stopper has enjoyed an impressive rise, playing a crucial role in Ghana’s youth national teams as they secured qualification for major international tournaments.
Belinda was instrumental in helping the Black Princesses book a place at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Her commanding presence between the posts, excellent reflexes, and composure under pressure provided the team with the confidence needed throughout the qualification campaign.
In addition to her exploits with the Black Princesses, the talented goalkeeper also played an important role in the Black Maidens’ successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, which will be hosted in Morocco. Her contribution to both national teams highlights her remarkable consistency and versatility despite her young age.
At club level, Belinda currently plies her trade with Women’s Division One side Cabfix Ladies FC, where she continues to impress with a series of commanding performances. Her ability to organize her defence, make crucial saves, and remain calm in high-pressure situations has made her one of the club’s standout performers.
Her rapid development has not gone unnoticed, with many football enthusiasts tipping her for an even bigger future in Ghanaian football. As she continues to gain valuable experience at both club and international levels, Belinda Maku Aklie is widely regarded as one of the country’s most exciting goalkeeping prospects.
With appearances at both the U-17 and U-20 national team levels and qualifications secured for two FIFA Women’s World Cups, Belinda’s journey is only just beginning. Ghanaian football fans will be hoping she continues her remarkable progress and develops into one of the nation’s finest goalkeepers in the years ahead.
