Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed strong optimism about Ghana’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Ghana currently sits at the top of Group I with 15 points from six games, boosting their hopes of reaching a fifth World Cup. With crucial qualifiers against Chad and Mali coming up, Addo urged his players to stay focused and consistent.

“We are in a good situation, and I hope that we can do everything to qualify. We have to take it step by step; we can’t make a mistake,” the 47-year-old tactician noted.

While fans are already dreaming about the World Cup, Addo cautioned against complacency. “A lot of people are talking about the World Cup already, but it’s still a long way,” he added.

The Black Stars will travel to N’Djamena to face Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno on Thursday, September 4. They will then return to the Accra Sports Stadium to host Mali on Monday, September 8. The squad begins preparations with training sessions at the Accra Sports Stadium today and tomorrow morning before their trip.