Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has praised Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku for his unwavering commitment to securing Ghana’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Following the Black Stars’ shocking failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time in two decades, attention has shifted to the World Cup qualifiers. Ghana is set to face Chad and Madagascar in crucial matches as part of their journey to the tournament, which will be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show, Gyan, who scored Ghana’s first-ever World Cup goal in 2006, lauded Okraku’s relentless efforts to ensure Ghana’s success in the qualifiers.
“Kurt Okraku is working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure Ghana qualifies for the 2026 World Cup. We did not qualify for AFCON, and everyone is disappointed, and the players are aware of that, but we must now focus on helping the team qualify for the World Cup,” Gyan stated.
He added, “If Ghana fails, it will not be about individuals but the entire country. Kurt Okraku is bringing people closer to the team, which is a good thing. We are all ready to help ensure the team qualifies for the World Cup.”
The Black Stars are continuing their training today ahead of their Matchday 5 fixture against Chad, scheduled for Friday, March 20, at the Accra Sports Stadium. Following the Chad clash, Ghana will travel to Morocco to face Madagascar on Monday, March 24.