GFA Pledges to Transform Black Stars into Africa’s Powerhouse
Ghana's football body focuses on rebuilding and long-term success for the national team
- GFA is committed to rebuilding the Black Stars with a focus on sustained growth
- The Black Stars will participate in a four-nation tournament in May
- GFA emphasizes strengthening the team through friendlies and competitive matches
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) remains steadfast in its goal to elevate the Black Stars into one of Africa’s top teams, says Communications Director Henry Asante Twum.
Despite a tough 2024, where Ghana secured only two wins in 10 matches and missed out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), 2025 has started on a promising note.
With back-to-back victories over Chad and Madagascar in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Ghana is regaining momentum for a potential spot in the upcoming tournament co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
“We aim to continue our rebuilding process and strive to make the Black Stars one of the best teams on the continent,” Asante Twum emphasized in a recent interview.
“It won’t be easy, but it will involve friendlies, engagements, and competitive matches.”
As part of their preparation, the Black Stars will compete in a four-nation tournament in May, facing Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and Nigeria, with the opening match against Nigeria on May 28 in London.
Asante Twum stressed that while results are important, the primary focus is on team development. Ghana has also seen a slight improvement in the FIFA rankings, moving up one spot—its first rise since July 2024.
