The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a solid and competitive Ghana national football team as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
GFA Communications Director, Henry Asante Twum, emphasized that the association’s focus is to develop a formidable squad capable of competing at the highest level, even in the absence of key senior players.
His comments follow the announcement of a 26-man squad by head coach Otto Addo for upcoming international friendlies against Austria national football team and Germany national football team.
Focus on Competition and Squad Depth
The latest squad features four debutants — Derrick Luckassen, Marvin Senaya, Daniel Agyei, and Patrick Pfeiffer — highlighting the technical team’s effort to expand the player pool and strengthen competition within the team.
Speaking in an interview with Asempa FM, Asante Twum explained that the inclusion of new faces is part of a broader strategy to improve squad depth and performance.
“We want to build a strong team. We want to reach a stage where even without our senior players, we can still perform comfortably,” he said.
He added that several players have been engaged and are eager to represent Ghana, but must earn their place through performance.
“We want to create a competitive environment where every player pushes for a spot. Those already in the team must also improve, as it will help build a stronger and more competitive side,” he noted.
Upcoming Friendlies
The Black Stars will face Austria in Vienna on March 27 before travelling to Stuttgart for a second friendly against Germany on March 30, 2026.
These matches are expected to provide a valuable platform for the technical team to assess both experienced players and new call-ups as Ghana continues its build-up toward the Mundial.
