From Qatar to the Future, the Ghanaian Midfielder Aims for More

When Mohammed Kudus stepped onto the pitch in Qatar for his first FIFA World Cup, he knew he was living every footballer’s dream. The West Ham star had always admired the competition, but experiencing it firsthand solidified his belief—it was the pinnacle of the sport.

“The World Cup is the best football tournament,” Kudus shared in an interview with Rising Ballers. “The Champions League is up there, but the World Cup was just different. My family flew all the way to support me, so it was an amazing feeling.”

Though Ghana’s journey ended earlier than he had hoped, Kudus left his mark, scoring twice in three games and earning a Man of the Match award. The tournament may have been brief, but for Kudus, it was unforgettable.

Now, after the heartbreak of missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the 24-year-old is determined to lead Ghana back to the World Cup in 2026. His dream remains the same—to shine on football’s biggest stage once again.