Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed his condolences to the victims of the devastating floods in Accra as Ghana prepares for its upcoming Round of 32 match against Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Severe flooding hit parts of Accra following torrential rains on Monday, June 29. By Tuesday, June 30, the disaster had claimed at least 12 lives, displaced 7,000 residents, caused extensive property damage, and brought traffic to a halt across several areas of the capital.
In a message delivered from the team’s training base in Rhode Island, Queiroz stated that the national team stands in solidarity with everyone impacted by the tragedy.
“To the families who have lost loved ones, those who have been displaced from their homes, we are with you.
“The images and reports from home are heartbreaking and even though we are here preparing for our game against Colombia, our thoughts haven’t left Ghana.
“We are one family, when Accra suffers, we all suffer.”
The coach’s statement comes as the Black Stars ramp up training for Saturday’s Round of 32 knockout fixture against Colombia at the Kansas City Stadium. In response to the crisis at home, the Government of Ghana has released GH¢35 million to provide relief support for the affected victims.
Ghana is set to play Colombia on July 3, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 GMT, as the Black Stars compete for a spot in the World Cup Round of 16.