Qualifying for 2026 World Cup is a dream come true – Christopher Baah Bonsu

Ghana international Christopher Baah Bonsu has described the Black Stars qualification to the 2026 World Cup tournament as a dream come true.

The 20-year-old, who switched from KRC Genk to join Al Qadsia in Saudi Arabia was part of the Black Stars squad that secured qualification to the global showpiece, to be held in the USA, Canada and Mexico next year.

Baah Bonsu made substitute appearance as the Black Stars narrowly defeated Comoros to confirm their place for the biggest soccer mundial.

“Qualifying for the World Cup is a dream come true, a moment filled with pride joy and countless sacrifices. This achievement is not just mine it belongs to every supporter every teammate and everyone who believed in us. Together we have shown the world the strength of our spirit and the heart of our nation. Thank you Ghana”

Ghana finished on top of Group I, accumulating 25 points from 10 matches, followed by Madagascar (19 points), with Mali finishing third spot (18 points). Comoros placed fourth with 15 points, whereas Central African Republic finished fifth on the table with 8 points.

Meanwhile, Chad emerged as the weakest team in Group I, securing just a point from 10 matches.

The 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, giving Africa a record nine automatic slots.

Having secured their fifth World Cup qualification, the Black Stars will be hoping to make a meaningful impact at the mundial next year.

Ghana secured their first World Cup qualification in 2006 and has since established themselves as a strong force at the mundial, making quarterfinal appearance at the 2010 edition in South Africa.

Since their maiden World Cup appearance in 2006, the Black Stars has only missed one tournament (2018 in Russia), having competed in 2006, 2010, 2014 and in 2022.

The Black Stars will now turn their attention to the group stage draw on December 5, where they will discover their opponents for the tournament.