Ghana international Daniel-Kofi Kyereh has expressed a strong ambition to feature at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as he continues his recovery from a long-term injury setback.
The SC Freiburg midfielder has been sidelined for an extended period after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury, but he recently marked his return to action with the club’s U23 side last month.
Despite limited game time since his comeback, the 30-year-old remains determined to fight his way back into full fitness and ultimately earn a place in Ghana’s squad for the tournament in Mexico, the United States and Canada.
“Yes, I do,” Kyereh told Joy Sports when asked if he wanted to play at the World Cup. “That is another dream and goal I am striving for. I believe in it.”
He acknowledged the challenge ahead but insisted he is focused on regaining top condition in time.
“I need to be honest with myself, but until then, I have some weeks or months to work on getting in the best shape I can be. My aim is that before the World Cup, I can have one or two games where I can play the full minutes available. I believe I can do it and get in shape for the World Cup.”
However, Kyereh admitted that a potential call-up will not depend on him alone, stressing that technical and medical decisions will play a key role.
“On the other hand, I need to be honest with myself and see every day how I am feeling because I don’t want to go to the World Cup just to be a part of it or just have it on my CV that I have been to another World Cup if I cannot really help the team or have the impact like before,” he continued.
“At the end of the day, I am not the one who decides. I can just do what I can and leave the rest to the decisionmakers.”
Kyereh, who featured at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, has earned 18 caps for the Black Stars since making his debut and has represented Ghana at two major international tournaments.
