The Black Stars of Ghana are set to face Comoros in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium. The match, scheduled for Sunday, is a pivotal one for Ghana's qualification hopes.
Otto Addo's Pre-Match Briefing
Black Stars Head Coach, Otto Addo, addressed the media on Saturday, outlining the team's preparations and expectations. The briefing took place at the Accra Sports Stadium, where Addo discussed the importance of securing a positive result against Comoros.
Comoros' Perspective
Comoros Coach, Stefano Cusin, also met with the media, sharing his team's strategy for the match. Despite being out of the World Cup race, Comoros aims to finish strong and potentially secure a third-place finish in their group. Their official training session followed, with the media granted access for the initial 15 minutes.
Ghana's Dominance and Need for a Point
Ghana currently leads Group I with a three-point advantage, largely thanks to their dominant 5-0 victory over the Central African Republic. A single point from the match against Comoros would guarantee their spot in the 2026 World Cup. Even a loss wouldn't necessarily eliminate them, unless Madagascar wins by a significant margin against Mali.
Comoros' Potential Upset
While Ghana is favored, Comoros possesses the capability to cause an upset. They've won five of their nine qualifiers, showcasing their potential. They have beaten Ghana before and could make life difficult for the Black Stars.
Predicted Lineups
Ghana (Expected): Asare, Yirenkyi, Djiku, Salisu, Mensah, Partey, Sibo, Fatawu, Kudus, Semenyo, Ayew
Comoros (Expected): Pandor, Bakari
Match Prediction
Experts predict a 2-1 victory for Ghana. The Black Stars are expected to secure maximum points and confirm their place in the World Cup finals.
Betting Odds
- Ghana to win: 1.44
- Over 2.5 goals: 2.13
- Both Teams To Score: 2.35