Shooting Stars head coach Yaw Preko has issued a word of caution to the Black Stars ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches next month.
Ghana will resume their campaign with Matchday 7 and 8 fixtures, beginning with an away trip to face Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno on Thursday, September 4, before returning home to host Mali at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 8.
Preko, a former Ghana international, believes the Malian side will pose a serious challenge but is confident that strong support from fans can propel the Black Stars to victory.
“I think Mali are a dangerous side. They believe that they can come here and cause an upset, but I believe Ghanaians will support the team. But I believe it will not be an easy game,” Preko told Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show.
“They have a new coach [Tom Saintfiet] and so they will study us well coming into the game, but with the right support, I believe the team can do something by going all out to win,” he added.
Currently, the Black Stars top Group I with 15 points from six matches, three points ahead of Comoros and five clear of Madagascar, as they aim for a fifth FIFA World Cup appearance. The squad is set to open camp in Accra on Monday, September 1.
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