World Cup 2026: I wish I made final Black Stars squad list - Goalkeeper Paul Reverson

Promising Ghana goalkeeper Paul Reverson has expressed disappointment at missing out on the final Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while insisting that his opportunity will come with time.

The highly rated Ajax shot-stopper was included in Ghana’s 28-man provisional squad for the tournament but ultimately did not make the final selection.

Despite the setback, the 20-year-old remains optimistic about his long-term future with the national team.

"I wish I was in the Black Stars team for the World Cup, but now is not the time. I'm still very young," Reverson told 3Sports.

Reverson, who came through the youth systems of Dutch sides Zeeburgia and AFC before joining Ajax Amsterdam, currently features for Jong Ajax in the Eerste Divisie.

Although eligible to represent the Netherlands, he opted to commit his international future to Ghana. That decision led to his debut for the Black Stars at U-20 level in 2025, where his performances quickly drew attention from senior team selectors.

He later earned a maiden call-up to the senior squad for Ghana’s international friendly against Mexico in May, marking a key milestone in his rising international career.

Ghana heads into the 2026 World Cup placed in Group L alongside Panama, England and Croatia. The Black Stars begin their campaign on June 17 against Panama at BMO Field, before facing England on June 23 at Gillette Stadium, and wrapping up the group stage against Croatia on June 27.