Former Youth and Sports Minister, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has boldly proclaimed that Ghana’s ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already secured, brushing aside any fears of a last-minute upset in Group I.

His declaration comes after the Black Stars’ stunning 5-0 demolition of the Central African Republic in Morocco — a victory that sent the nation into celebration mode and placed Ghana on the brink of qualification for next year’s tournament in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

With one final hurdle left — Sunday’s home clash against Comoros in Accra — Ghana only need a draw to make it official. But Vanderpuye believes the job is already done.

> “We’ve qualified — I know we’ve qualified,” he said confidently. “Even if we lose, Madagascar would have to beat Mali by more than eight goals, and that’s just not happening in modern football.”

Despite his confidence, the outspoken former minister urged the Black Stars to finish in style, especially against a Comoros side that has twice upset Ghana in recent years.

> “To put the icing on the cake, even a draw is fine. But we must beat Comoros — we should show them who we are. We are Ghana.”

Ghana currently lead Group I with 22 points, while Madagascar trail by three and face a tough away test against Mali in their final game.

As the countdown begins for Sunday night’s showdown at the Accra Sports Stadium, the nation stands ready — confident, united, and dreaming of another World Cup adventure.