World Cup: Ablakwa assures of improved cordial diplomatic relations with US, Canada and Mexico to guarantee appreciable visa quotas
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has congratulated the Black Stars on Ghana’s qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The United States, Canada and Mexico will jointly host the 2026 World Cup.
In a post on his X page, Mr Ablakwa said, “Ghanaians can be fully assured that the Foreign Ministry under my leadership shall leverage our improved cordial diplomatic relations with the United States, Canada and Mexico to guarantee appreciable visa quotas for our globally acclaimed football fans. GHANA, here we come!”
Ghana booked their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Comoros on Sunday night in Accra, sealing qualification for their fifth appearance on football’s biggest stage.
The opening half offered little in the way of entertainment, with both sides struggling to create clear chances.
Comoros, who had beaten Ghana in the reverse fixture, started brightly and came close in the early minutes when goalkeeper Benjamin Asare misjudged a cross, only to be spared as the resulting header drifted wide.
Ghana, needing only a point to confirm qualification, were cautious but composed. Their best moment came when Jordan Ayew produced a fine solo run, beating three defenders before dinking a cross into the box yet no Ghanaian shirt was on hand to apply the finish.
As the whistle blew for half-time, the game remained goalless, but results elsewhere provided comfort as Mali led Madagascar 2–0, ensuring Ghana’s top spot in Group I remained secure.
The Black Stars emerged from the break with renewed purpose, pushing higher and committing more men forward.
The midfielder showed composure to square the ball for Mohammed Kudus, who tapped home into an empty net to give Ghana the all-important lead.
From there, Ghana managed the game expertly, maintaining possession and limiting Comoros to half-chances. The defence, marshalled by Salisu and Djiku, stood firm as Addo’s side kept their shape and slowed the tempo whenever needed.
When the final whistle blew, it sparked scenes of relief and celebration inside the Accra Sports Stadium.
The 1-0 win may not have been emphatic, but it was enough to confirm Ghana’s place at the 2026 World Cup, continuing their proud tradition on the global stage.
With this latest achievement, Otto Addo has written his name into Ghanaian football history by becoming the first coach to qualify the Black Stars for two FIFA World Cups.
Additional files from Owuraku Ampofo
