Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the technical team of the Black Stars to approach their upcoming international friendlies with a winning mentality rather than treating them as mere experimental fixtures.
The senior national team is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a series of high-profile friendlies, beginning with a clash against Austria national football team on March 27 at the Ernst Happel Stadium. They will then travel to Stuttgart to face Germany national football team on March 30.
Speaking to Graphic Sports, Adams disclosed that he has made his expectations clear to head coach Otto Addo and his backroom staff, stressing the importance of results.
“I’ve told the coaches that these two friendlies, we are going with the mindset of winning, not just going to try players,” the Buem MP said.
The Black Stars opened their training camp on Sunday and held their first session on Monday with 21 players in attendance. Defender Alexander Djiku and Kojo Oppong Peprah are expected to join the squad later.
As part of their final build-up to the World Cup, Ghana will also take on Mexico national football team and Wales national football team in additional friendlies scheduled for May and June.
