Former Ghana international Kwadwo Asamoah has provided a tempered assessment of the Black Stars’ prospects for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, balancing the country’s historical reputation with the realities of the modern game.
In a recent interview with 3Sports, the former Juventus star acknowledged Ghana’s status as a traditional African powerhouse but warned that past success does not guarantee future results. He noted that the caliber of opposition in the upcoming tournament presents a formidable challenge for the current squad.
“Honestly, I’m not expecting much, but I’m hoping for the best because Ghana has always been one of the favourites when it comes to the World Cup, among African teams, but it won’t be easy,” Asamoah stated.
The midfielder highlighted the competitive gap facing the national team, pointing out that many opponents feature players established in elite European competitions. He specifically cited the progression of teams like England under new leadership as a benchmark of the quality Ghana will encounter.
“All these players that we are going to meet at the World Cup, majority of them are playing in the Champions League, playing for bigger clubs so to play countries like that during the World Cup won’t be easy. England has been good in the past few year, having the new coach with them. They are playing very good football,” he added.
Asamoah also identified internal hurdles, specifically citing a lack of tactical cohesion and a settled roster. He argued that the frequent changes in personnel and coaching staff hinder the development of a reliable starting lineup.
“To build a team needs time. With our national team now, I don’t think we really have a starting XI. Today, it’s a new team, another time, another different team. And then having a new coach won’t be easy for him,” Asamoah remarked.
His comments serve as a call for stability and long-term strategic planning as the Black Stars finalize their preparations for the global showpiece.