Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has vowed to maintain top form as he looks ahead to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The 22-year-old custodian was in fine form during Sunday’s Super Clash, helping the Phobians secure a 1-0 victory over rivals Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Stadium. Baba Adamu’s first-half header proved decisive, while Hearts held on despite being reduced to ten men after Emmanuel Amankwah’s early sending-off.
Asare, who has already impressed during World Cup qualifiers and friendly matches, said he is focused on delivering strong performances on football’s biggest stage, set to be co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
“I hope to continue these performances at the World Cup,” Asare told Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show. “It was a good game against Asante Kotoko, but we were determined to win and take revenge.”
The goalkeeper also clarified that the presence of Black Stars coach Otto Addo and the technical team at Baba Yara Stadium did not influence his display.
“Otto Addo and the Black Stars technical team had no hand in my performance yesterday. I was fully focused on delivering for the team, and I only realised after the game that they had come to support me,” he said.
Hearts of Oak will look to extend their strong form when they face Berekum Chelsea in Matchday 23 action at the University of Ghana Stadium this weekend.
