Ghana’s second consecutive victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers ignited a frenzy at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Jordan Ayew’s stunning hat-trick led Ghana to a thrilling 4-3 win over the Central African Republic on Matchday 4, propelling the Black Stars to the top of Group I with 9 points and solidifying their position as a strong contender in the qualifiers.
After the game, Ghanaian fans erupted in chants of “USA,” reflecting the excitement for the upcoming tournament.
With FIFA announcing that the 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, there is a buzz among Ghanaians about the possibility of traveling to the US to support the national team.
Many are gearing up to visit the US embassy to secure visas, eager to cheer for Ghana if they play in the United States.
Ayew’s heroics propelled the Black Stars to the top of Group I with 9 points, establishing them as a formidable team in the qualifiers.
The game started with Ayew converting a penalty in the 6th minute, setting the stage for an intense encounter. However, Louis Mafouta’s two goals in the 11th and 41st minutes put Ghana behind 2-1 at halftime.
In the second half, Ghana regrouped and dominated, with Ayew’s powerful header in the 60th minute equalizing the score. Abdul Fatawu Issahaku’s well-executed goal in the 63rd minute gave Ghana the lead, and Ayew completed his hat-trick in the 69th minute to secure the win.
Despite a late consolation goal from Louis Moufata in the 90th minute, Ghana maintained their composure to clinch a thrilling victory. The win puts them in a strong position for the next round of qualifiers in March 2025.