Former Ghana international goalkeeper Fatau Dauda has voiced strong confidence in the Black Stars’ goalkeeping department as the team steps up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

With just four months to the tournament, discussions have intensified over who should claim the number one jersey. However, Dauda believes the technical team has quality options to choose from, stressing that several goalkeepers are excelling at club level and are under close observation.

According to him, the handlers are carefully monitoring performances to ensure only the most in-form and mentally ready shot-stoppers make the final squad.
The debate over Ghana’s first-choice goalkeeper has been one of the most talked-about issues in recent months.

Many supporters feel that Benjamin Asare deserves to head into the tournament as the undisputed starter after his performances during the qualifiers. Others argue that a goalkeeper with European exposure could provide an added edge on football’s biggest stage.

At the domestic front, Solomon Agbasi has also entered the conversation. The Hearts of Oak shot-stopper’s impressive displays have increased competition and sparked calls for his inclusion in the squad.

Head coach Otto Addo has already reaffirmed his trust in Asare, crediting him for playing a pivotal role in securing qualification. His composure, commanding presence, and shot-stopping ability have earned him the technical team’s backing.

Ghana faces a stern test in Group L, where they will come up against the England national football team, Panama national football team, and the Croatia national football team.

With formidable opposition awaiting, the decision over who stands between the posts could be crucial to the Black Stars’ ambitions of making a deep run at the tournament.