Stephen Appiah Praises Black Stars’ 5-0 Rout of CAR in 2026 World Cup Qualifier

Ghana’s Black Stars delivered a commanding performance in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic (CAR), winning 5-0 at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknès. The victory moves Ghana closer to the World Cup, with the team leading Group I by three points.
Mohammed Salisu, Thomas Partey, Alexander Djiku, Jordan Ayew, and Kamaldeen Sulemana scored the goals for the Black Stars, who dominated the match from start to finish. The win was a testament to the team’s hard work and preparation, according to Vice Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Stephen Appiah.
Stephen Appiah Praises the Team
“I am so happy,” Appiah said in an interview with Joy Sports. “The players have made us proud, and we are looking forward to Sunday.” Appiah, who captained the Black Stars to the 2006 and 2010 World Cups, added, “We are here because of the players. They have made us proud. Per what I saw at the two training sessions, I knew we were going to win, but I wasn’t expecting 5-0.”
The Black Stars will host Comoros on Sunday, October 12, at the Accra Sports Stadium, aiming to conclude their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign on a high note. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 GMT. With this win, Ghana is in a strong position to qualify for the World Cup, and the team will be looking to maintain its momentum in the final match.





