Ghana defender Alidu Seidu has underscored the importance of securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the Black Stars must make a return to the global stage.
The versatile right-back has been recalled to the national team for the final round of qualifiers against the Central African Republic and Comoros later this month, marking his comeback after a lengthy layoff due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
Speaking to Flashscore.com, Seidu expressed his determination to help Ghana bounce back following the disappointment of missing out on qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
“We must qualify for the World Cup,” he said emphatically.
“Ghana is a big football nation, and missing AFCON was a disappointment. We need patience, but with our young players, we’ll be strong and difficult to beat in a few years,” he added.
The Black Stars opened camp on Sunday in Casablanca, Morocco, as preparations intensify for the crucial fixtures.
Ghana will face the Central African Republic at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknès on Wednesday, October 8, before returning home to wrap up the qualifiers against Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium.
