Black Stars playmaker Mohammed Kudus has expressed optimism and confidence after Ghana discovered its group opponents for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team is ready for the tough road ahead.
Ghana were drawn into Group L during Friday’s ceremony in Washington DC, landing a demanding set of opponents. England, 2018 World Cup finalists Croatia, and Panama. The mix of European giants and a rising CONCACAF side has led many to label it one of the tournament’s most competitive groups.
Despite the daunting task, Kudus believes the Black Stars have already demonstrated their pedigree by securing qualification.
“To qualify for the World Cup alone is a big statement from us, and it shows what we can do,” he said, stressing the team’s belief in its capabilities.
The Tottenham Hotspur forward also welcomed the challenge, noting that Ghana’s mindset remains focused and ambitious.
“It’ll be interesting. I’m looking forward to it. We are very much aware of the sides we will be facing. We will definitely be up for it, and we will be ready.”
The Black Stars will be aiming to restore their reputation on the global stage after missing out on the knockout rounds in their last two appearances. With the expanded 48-team format offering new pathways, Ghana hopes to recapture the spirit of 2010, when they famously reached the quarter-finals.
Preparations for the tournament are expected to ramp up in the coming months, with warm-up friendlies and training camps scheduled ahead of the competition’s kickoff in June 2026.
