Kwasi Sibo eyes AFCON glory and World Cup success with Black Stars

Kwasi Sibo

Real Oviedo midfielder Kwasi Sibo has set his sights on helping the Black Stars end their long-standing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy drought while also dreaming of a deep run in the FIFA World Cup.

Ghana, four-time champions of Africa, last lifted the AFCON title in 1982. The West African nation has since come close to reclaiming continental glory, finishing as runners-up in 1992, 2010, and 2015.

Despite yet to make his debut for the senior national team, the 27-year-old midfielder is hopeful of earning a call-up and making an impact.

“It has been a long time since the Black Stars won a trophy, and my biggest aim is to win the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with the Black Stars. Even at the World Cup, I wish we go far,” he told Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show.

Citing Morocco’s historic semi-final appearance at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar as motivation, Sibo added: “Morocco played in the semifinals in the last World Cup in Qatar, but I aim to help the Black Stars win a trophy when I get a call-up.”

Sibo also reaffirmed his readiness to don the national jersey, pointing to his strong performance with Real Oviedo during the 2023/24 season, where he made 38 appearances, scored one goal, and provided one assist.

“I am ready to play for the Black Stars,” he said. “I played competitively last season and played a key role in our qualification to La Liga. I’m competing with some of the best players at Real Oviedo, and if you look at my performance last season, I am ready to play for the Black Stars.”

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