The Black Stars produced their most convincing performance of the qualifying campaign, dismantling the Central African Republic with a clinical 5-0 victory at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknes in Morocco on Wednesday evening.
The emphatic win leaves Ghana tantalizingly close to securing their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Coach Otto Addo’s men looked sharp and focused from the outset, dominating possession and imposing their authority on a CAR side that offered little resistance throughout the encounter.
The Black Stars controlled every phase of the game, combining defensive solidity with attacking flair that has been missing in previous matches.
Goals from Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Salisu, Kamaldeen Sulemana and Alexander Djiku ensured an impressive win for Ghana.
The scoring opened early as Ghana wasted no time stamping their authority on the match. Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, wearing the captain’s armband, demonstrated his importance to the national team setup with a composed finish in the second half that doubled Ghana’s advantage after Jordan Ayew’s assist.
The victory was particularly sweet for Ghanaian fans who had endured frustrating performances in earlier qualifiers.
This time, there was no room for complacency or defensive lapses. Every goal showcased the team’s hunger and determination to book their ticket to the global showpiece scheduled for the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Kamaldeen Sulemana’s inclusion in the scoresheet highlighted the depth of talent available to Addo, while defenders Salisu and Djiku getting on the scoresheet demonstrated Ghana’s threat from set pieces and their ability to contribute offensively.
The comprehensive nature of the victory sent a clear message to Ghana’s remaining opponents about the team’s capabilities when firing on all cylinders.
Ghana took a significant step toward qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with just one match remaining in the African Qualifiers.
The Black Stars now stand in pole position to secure their fifth World Cup appearance, having accumulated crucial points throughout a challenging qualifying campaign.
Despite their emphatic victory in Central African Republic on Wednesday evening, Ghana will have to wait four more days to officially secure their ticket to Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
The team’s final qualifier will determine whether they can seal automatic qualification from their group, though the mathematical advantage now sits firmly with the four-time African champions.
The performance represented a tactical masterclass from Addo, whose game plan was executed to perfection by his players. The technical staff will be pleased with both the attacking fluency and defensive organization displayed throughout the ninety minutes.
For Ghanaian supporters, the emphatic scoreline has reignited hopes of seeing the Black Stars compete on football’s biggest stage once again, potentially delivering the kind of performances that made them a feared opponent in previous World Cup tournaments.
Story Written By Prince Asante Kwarteng | Kobby Kyei News
