Madagascar midfielder El Hadary Raheriniaina has reaffirmed his nation’s burning ambition to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, declaring that the Barea will “do everything” to make their dream a reality.

Currently sitting three points behind Ghana’s Black Stars in Group I, Madagascar faces crucial fixtures against Comoros and Mali as they chase a historic first-ever World Cup appearance.

Speaking to FIFA.com, Raheriniaina expressed confidence and belief in his team’s resilience, recalling how Madagascar defied the odds to reach the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals.

> “Madagascar have already competed once in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2019, so playing in a World Cup would be incredible. It would be a dream come true,” he said.

“The goal is to win our matches against Comoros and Mali, and the rest depends on Ghana because I think that one win will be enough for them to qualify. Their destiny is in their own hands. All we can do is try to win our matches and see what happens.”

With a potential play-off spot available for the best runners-up across groups, Raheriniaina insists Madagascar remains focused and ready for any scenario that could bring them closer to football’s biggest stage.