Black Stars assistant coach Desmond Ofei believes Ghana’s upcoming friendly against Mexico will provide a crucial examination for the team as they continue preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The match, scheduled for May 22, will see Ghana face the North American side in a high-profile international friendly designed to sharpen the squad ahead of the global tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Speaking to Flashscore, Ofei stressed the importance of the encounter in assessing the team’s progress and readiness.
“Mexico is a top-level opponent with a strong football culture, great intensity, and international experience, so this will be an important test for our group,” he said.
“These are the types of matches that help players grow, help coaches evaluate, and help a nation continue building for the future,” Ofei added.
The fixture is part of Ghana’s build-up to the 2026 World Cup, with the Black Stars set to conclude their preparatory games on June 2 against Wales.
Ghana, four-time African champions, will feature at the expanded World Cup and have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama. They open their campaign against Panama on June 17, before taking on England on June 23 and concluding the group stage against Croatia on June 27.
The Black Stars are aiming to progress beyond the group stage for the first time since their historic run to the quarter-finals in 2010, having exited at the first hurdle in both 2014 and 2022.
