The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The team left right after their game against Wales on Wednesday for the North America country of America.

They have set up at Bryant University in Providence, Rhode Island.

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Despite five consecutive losses in friendly games, the team played above their weight levels to pull a draw against Wales in Cardiff.

They will hope for an improved performance against Jamaica on June 10 for the last of their friendly games. 

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Head coach Otto Addo has unveiled a restructured Black Stars squad ahead of Ghana’s upcoming international friendlies against Austria and Germany later this month, as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The squad reflects a deliberate mix of continuity and transition, with several familiar names retained from the qualifiers, while a handful of new faces earn their maiden invitations. Among the debutants are Derrick Luckassen, Patrick Pfeiffer, Marvin Senaya, and Daniel Agyei — players expected to inject fresh energy into the team.

One notable highlight is the inclusion of Benjamin Asare, who stands as the only locally-based player in the squad, representing Accra Hearts of Oak and the Ghana Premier League.

Meanwhile, the squad announcement has sparked conversation over some high-profile omissions. Veteran forward Andre Ayew remains absent despite renewed calls for his return. The 36-year-old, now with NAC Breda, recently opened his goal account at the club but has not featured for Ghana since March last year.

Also missing from the lineup are regular wingers Osman Bukari and Joseph Paintsil, along with goalkeeper Jojo Wollacott and defender Alidu Seidu.

Injury concerns have also influenced selections, with Mohammed Kudus ruled out due to a muscle problem that has kept him sidelined since January. The midfielder is, however, expected to return after the international break.

On a positive note, Inaki Williams makes his return to the national team setup, adding depth and experience to the attacking department.

Ghana will first lock horns with Austria in Vienna on March 27 before travelling to Stuttgart for a high-profile clash against Germany on March 30. These fixtures are expected to provide crucial tactical insights and team cohesion ahead of the Mundial, where the Black Stars have been drawn in a challenging Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

Full Squad Breakdown

Goalkeepers:
Lawrence Ati-Zigi (FC St. Gallen), Benjamin Asare (Accra Hearts of Oak), Joseph Anang (St. Patrick’s Athletic)

Defenders:
Patrick Pfeiffer (SV Darmstadt), Derrick Luckassen (Pafos FC), Derrick Köhn (Union Berlin), Jerome Opoku (Istanbul Başakşehir), Caleb Yirenkyi (FC Nordsjælland), Kojo Oppong Pepprah (OGC Nice), Jonas Adjetey (VfL Wolfsburg), Marvin Senaya (AJ Auxerre), Alexander Djiku (Spartak Moscow), Gideon Mensah (AJ Auxerre)

Midfielders:
Thomas Partey (Villarreal), Elisha Owusu (AJ Auxerre), Ibrahim Sulemana (Cagliari), Kwasi Sibo (Real Oviedo)

Forwards/Wingers:
Brandon Thomas-Asante (Coventry City), Jordan Ayew (Leicester City), Prince Adu (Viktoria Plzeň), Christopher Bonsu Baah (Al-Qadsiah), Abdul Fatawu Issahaku (Leicester City), Inaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao), Antoine Semenyo (Manchester City), Kamaldeen Sulemana (Atalanta), Daniel Agyei (Kocaelispor)

FIFA has notified the Ghana Football Association (GFA) of a change in venue for the penultimate 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic.

The match will now take place at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknes. The kick-off time, date, and match officials remain unchanged.

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Assistant I: CAUVELET Louis Ralph Fabien – Mauritius

Assistant Referee 2: PADAYACHY Shaji – SeychellesWAFU B U17 : Ghana to face hosts Ivory Coast in finals

Fourth Official: ARISSOL Noris Aaron Godfrey – Seychelles

Referee Assessor: GAYE Fatou – Senegal

Match Commissioner: KAOUACHI Jamal – Morocco

Security Officer: EFUGHU Odochi Joan – Nigeria

Date: 8 October 2025

Venue: Meknes, Morocco

Kick-off: 17.00 hrs (16.00 GMT)

Stadium: Stade d’Honneur de Meknes

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Addams, along with the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, conducted an inspection of the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday morning.

The visit was ahead of the Black Stars’ crucial Matchday five fixture against Chad, who currently sit at the bottom of Group I.

During the inspection, it was discovered that the stadium’s floodlights were non-functional and in a deteriorating state.

Urgent repairs have been ordered, with a 48-hour deadline to ensure they are fixed before the national team regroups on Monday for their mandatory first training session.

Additionally, other safety concerns must be addressed to meet the standards set by CAF and FIFA.

Presidential Staffer Stan Dogbe, who was part of the inspection team, received a comprehensive report on the stadium’s poor condition.

In response, the Sports Minister has directed the NSA to ensure all emergency repairs are completed within the stipulated timeframe.

The 23 players called up for the upcoming matches are expected to arrive in Accra on Monday, March 17. The team will train from Monday through Thursday before facing Chad on Friday, March 21.

Following this fixture, the Black Stars will travel to Morocco for their Matchday six encounter against Madagascar. The game is scheduled for Monday, March 24, at the Stade Mimoun Al Arsi.