The Ghana Black Stars are aiming for at least a quarter-final finish at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director, Henry Asante Twum.
Speaking ahead of the expanded tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Asante Twum expressed confidence that Ghana can replicate — and possibly surpass — their historic 2010 World Cup quarter-final run in South Africa.
Ghana has been drawn in Group L, where they will face Panama, England, and Croatia in what promises to be a highly competitive group stage.
The Black Stars made their return to the World Cup at Qatar 2022 after missing the 2018 edition in Russia, but exited the tournament at the group stage. Despite that disappointment, Asante Twum believes the team has grown stronger and is better prepared for the challenges ahead in 2026.
“Our target for the World Cup is to qualify from the group stage and be competitive,” he said in an interview with Akoma FM.
“We want to fight, we have the quality, and we believe we can match our quarter-final appearance — and possibly go even further.”
The GFA official also revealed that the Black Stars’ technical team has been strengthened following the Qatar 2022 World Cup. According to him, head coach Otto Addo has requested additional personnel, and the Football Association is currently working to finalize those arrangements.
“After the Qatar World Cup, we strengthened the technical team. The coach requested some new additions, and the FA is working on them,” Asante Twum explained.
“However, the individuals involved are under contract with their respective employers, so it is difficult to disclose names at this time.”
He further disclosed that key logistical details ahead of the tournament will soon be made public. Information regarding the team’s camping base and preparations is expected in the first week of February, while the provisional squad will be announced in April. The final squad is scheduled to be confirmed by June 1.
Ghana will open their 2026 World Cup campaign against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, before taking on England in Boston. The Black Stars will conclude the group stage with a clash against Croatia on June 27 in Philadelphia.
With renewed optimism, technical reinforcements, and clear ambitions, the Black Stars are positioning themselves for a strong showing as they chase another memorable World Cup run on football’s biggest stage.
