The Black Stars of Ghana have qualified for their fifth World Cup with a solitary 1-0 over Comoros in their final game played at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Starboy Mohammed Kudus scored the only goal in the second minute of the second half. The Black Stars have wrapped up a remarkable qualification run. They not only topped their group but also scored the most goals, setting a strong example for Africa’s best.
For coach Addo, this will be his second consecutive appearance with Ghana, with seven wins out of 8 in the qualifiers.
Four more African qualification slots are up for grabs.
Forty-eight countries, including 9 African countries, will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time.
After finding space on the right flank, Villareal’s Thomas Partey crossed low and accurately for Kudus, who scored calmly against the Comorian goalkeeper, resulting in wild celebrations among the home supporters.
Ghana combined smart defense and ball control after taking the lead.
Having shocked Ghana in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, Comoros fought for an equalizer in the final minutes, though Alexander Djiku and Mohammed Salisu’s resilient defense kept them out.
In the final moments, Addo brought on Joseph Paintsil and Caleb Yirenkyi, who injected energy into Ghana’s attack; the Black Stars then finished the match well.
Upon the final whistle, players, staff, and fans celebrated their hard-fought qualification with jubilation.
Ghana’s back-to-back wins and clean sheets confirmed their World Cup return, completing a strong campaign.
The Black Stars’ win highlights their quality as a leading African team: they are determined, resilient, and ready for the World Cup.