Ghana Paired with Mali in Group I for 2026 World Cup Qualification
The Black Stars of Ghana have been drawn into Group I alongside West African counterparts Mali for the qualification stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The draw, which took place in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire, also placed Madagascar, Comoros, Central African Republic, and Chad in the same group.
Ghana, a football powerhouse in Africa, faces a challenging road to secure their spot in the prestigious tournament. The team was placed in Pot B during the draw, alongside formidable opponents like Burkina Faso, South Africa, Cape Verde, DR Congo, Guinea, Zambia, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea. With such fierce competition, the Black Stars will need to showcase their skills and determination to advance to the World Cup.
The qualification process for Africa will span two years, starting from November 2023 and concluding in November 2025. The top nine teams from each group will earn an automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. As the journey begins, Ghanaians will be eagerly anticipating their national team’s performance and hoping for a successful campaign.
This draw sets the stage for intense matches and exciting football as Ghana and Mali, along with the other teams in Group I, vie for a place in the world’s most prestigious football tournament. Fans can look forward to thrilling encounters and moments of brilliance as the quest for World Cup qualification unfolds in the coming years.
