Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams says the Black Stars remain fully focused on winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the tournament entering the knockout stage.
Speaking on Sporty FM’s Sporty Breakfast, Adams expressed confidence in Ghana’s chances of going all the way, insisting the team’s objective has not changed since the start of the competition.
“When we started, there were 48 teams, and we were confident that we were also chasing the trophy. Now the number has been reduced by 16, and 32 are going to the next round. We still think that we are heading towards clinching the trophy,” Adams said.
“Some have started falling out, and I know we will be part of the 16 who will continue to chase, and we will be part of the eight who will continue to chase, and then eventually the two. So that is our project. That is what we are working towards, and I want us to focus on this.”
The Black Stars have booked their place in the Round of 32, where they will face Colombia on July 4 in Kansas City.
Ghana progressed after finishing third in Group L with four points, having defeated Panama 1-0, played out a goalless draw with England and suffered a 2-1 defeat to Croatia.
Adams said the team remains determined to achieve its ultimate goal and believes Ghana can surpass its best-ever World Cup performance, a quarter-final finish at the 2010 tournament.
The Black Stars will now turn their attention to Colombia as they seek a place in the Round of 16.
