Otto Addo, the head coach of Ghana, has cautioned that even though the Black Stars defeated Madagascar 3-0 in the qualifiers, they are not yet assured a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Jordan Ayew, the captain, recorded all three assists in a commanding performance in Morocco, with Mohammed Kudus adding another goal and Thomas Partey scoring twice. Addo says the team needs to stay focused even though the victory puts Ghana in a strong position in Group I.
“We are in a good position [to qualify for the 2026 World Cup], but this is also dangerous,” Addo said at the post-match press conference.
“Now, I am thinking about how to keep our heads focused [because] the job is really not done. Maybe if Comoros wins, it’s just a three-point gap ahead of Comoros, and it’s still a long way to go. We have to stay focused. If anyone thinks we are through, then he’s making a big mistake.”
Addo emphasized that his players must stay focused and not get complacent because they still have a number of qualifiers left.
“I have seen a lot of football, a lot of things happening, and we have to stay focused. I am happy, but like I said, the job is really not done,” he reiterated.
In order to guarantee their spot at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, Ghana will now focus on the upcoming qualifying round in June.