The Ghana national football team are set to welcome newly appointed goalkeepers trainer Daniel Gasper, who is expected to arrive in Ghana this weekend as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Gasper joins the Black Stars’ technical team following the appointment of new head coach Carlos Queiroz, taking up the role of first goalkeepers trainer as part of the Portuguese tactician’s revamped backroom staff.
His arrival marks another key addition to Ghana’s technical setup as Queiroz begins shaping his squad ahead of football’s biggest tournament.
According to reports, Gasper will begin work immediately upon his arrival, with his first task expected to be meeting Benjamin Asare in Accra before travelling to Europe to hold talks with other goalkeepers in contention for the World Cup squad, including Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang.
He is also expected to meet members of Ghana’s technical team, including former Black Stars goalkeeper Fatau Dauda, who has been appointed second goalkeepers trainer.
Vast experience at the top level
Gasper arrives in Ghana with significant experience, having worked with clubs and national teams across Europe and the Middle East. He is particularly known for his close working relationship with Queiroz, serving as a trusted goalkeeping coach during the veteran manager’s spells with the Iran national football team, Colombia national football team, and Egypt national football team.
His appointment is expected to bring greater structure, technical development, and competition among Ghana’s goalkeepers as the Black Stars prepare for the World Cup.
Countdown to the World Cup
Ghana will continue their build-up later this month with an international friendly against the Mexico national football team before wrapping up preparations against the Wales national football team on June 2.
The four-time African champions will make their fifth World Cup appearance this summer after being drawn in Group L alongside the England national football team, Croatia national football team, and the Panama national football team.
The Black Stars begin their campaign against Panama on June 17, followed by a heavyweight clash against England on June 23, before concluding the group stage against Croatia on June 27.
With Queiroz assembling an experienced technical team, Gasper’s arrival represents another important step in Ghana’s bid to make a strong impression on the world stage.