Ghana defeated the Central African Republic 5-0 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on Wednesday at the Stade d’Honneur in Meknes, Morocco, thanks to an outstanding performance.
Otto Addo selected a team that included Alexander Djiku, Gideon Mensah, Caleb Yirenkyi, Mohammed Salisu, and Benjamin Asare in the backline.
Mohammed Kudus played behind an attacking trio of Antoine Semenyo, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, and Jordan Ayew, while Kwasi Sibo and Thomas Partey formed a midfield partnership.
With crucial contributions from a number of players, the Black Stars dominated the game right from the beginning.
After receiving a corner kick from Mohammed Kudus, Mohammed Salisu gave Ghana the lead in the 20th minute.
After returning from break, Thomas Partey gave the Black Stars a stunning goal in the 52nd minute after Jordan Ayew had assisted him.
Jordan Ayew scored the fourth goal in the 71st minute, while Alexander Djiku made it 3-0 in the 69th.
With three minutes left, Kamaldeen Sulemana, with help from Joseph Paintsil, scored the fifth goal in the 87th minute to complete the victory.
Ghana is well-positioned to advance to the FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the USA in 2026 thanks to this victory.
With 22 points, the Black Stars are currently three points ahead of Madagascar, who are in second place in Group I.
On Sunday, October 12, 2025, Ghana will play Comoros in the last qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Source: newsthemegh.com