Kwasi Sibo, a midfielder for the Black Stars, expresses confidence in the national team’s steady growth under head coach Otto Addo.

His remarks follow Ghana’s successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the US, Canada, and Mexico next summer.

After the Black Stars unexpectedly failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the first time the side had missed the continental competition in over 20 years, Addo came under increasing fire.

There were many requests for his resignation after Ghana finished last in their qualifying group after six games.

However, the former Borussia Dortmund trainer redeemed himself by guiding the team to the World Cup, topping Group I with 25 points.

Sibo, who made his senior debut against Mali, believes Addo’s leadership has fostered a strong sense of togetherness in the squad.

“One thing I’ve seen in this team is unity, and when a team is united and ready to fight for each other, it’s hard to beat,” Sibo told the Daily Graphic.

“We are very united, and I feel we are on the right track,” he added

Sibo has started all three games since receiving his initial call-up, helping the Black Stars wrap up their qualifying campaign in spectacular manner.

Ghana’s World Cup preparations will start later this month with international friendlies against South Korea and Japan. On December 5, the draw will reveal their group-stage opponents.

Kwasi Sibo, a Ghanaian international, expressed his pleasure after the Black Stars’ great 2026 World Cup qualifying start.

Ghana narrowly defeated Mali to earn maximum points at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday night, and the 27-year-old hefty midfielder won a late call-up to join the Black Stars. He immediately went into the starting lineup.

The hero was Alexander Djiku, who recently moved from Fenerbahce to Spartak Moscow, a Russian powerhouse, who scored the lone goal to seal the victory at home and increase their lead in Group I.

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“An unforgettable day. All glory belong to Yahweh. There are no words to describe what I have experienced these past few days. THANK YOU to each and every one of you who has brought me here”

“I hope this is the beginning of a wonderful adventure. I am proud and grateful for the welcome I have received from my teammates and my country. It is the best gift possible. Debut, victory and one step closer to the World Cup” he wrote on Instagram.

With 19 points from eight games, the West African superpower leads Group I. Madagascar (16 points), Comoros (15 points), Mali (12 points), and Central Africa Republic (5) are next, while Chad just has one point.

In October, Ghana will reassemble for the last round of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Prior to facing Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium, the Black Stars will play an away match against the Central African Republic.