Ghana’s head coach Otto Addo is keeping things realistic ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, declaring that his first mission is to help the Black Stars survive the group stage before dreaming of bigger things.

Speaking after Ghana’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium — a result that sealed their qualification for next year’s global showpiece — Addo emphasized a step-by-step approach.

> “Like I said, I always take it one step at a time,” he told Sporty FM. “Our first goal is to survive the group stage. Ghana’s ranking means we’ll likely face strong opponents, but I know we have the quality to beat any team. Once we reach the knockout rounds, anything can happen.”

This will mark Ghana’s fifth appearance on football’s biggest stage, following campaigns in 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2022. The Black Stars’ best finish remains the unforgettable 2010 quarterfinal run in South Africa — a feat Addo quietly hopes to emulate or even surpass.

As the team prepares for North America 2026, the message from Addo is clear: humility first, belief always.