2026 World Cup Qualifiers: We will do everything to beat Madagascar to stay on top - Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo says they will do everything possible to beat Madagacar on Monday to stay top of their group.

The 49 year old made these remarks after his side recorded a resounding 5-0 win against Chad in the Matchday five games of teh qualifiers on Friday night at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Speaking after the game, Otto Addo stressed the importance of maintaining their position at the top of the table.

“It’s always easier when you’re on top. We want to stay there. We will try to do everything to beat Madagascar on Monday to keep the top spot,” he noted.

He also acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming fixture but emphasised the need to stay focused.

“There’s nothing we can do [about the fixture schedule]; we have to accept it. It will be tough; they [Madagascar] have a really good team,” he said.

Addo further highlighted the urgency of preparations ahead of the game.

“The preparations start now, and it’s good that we won so we can focus on Madagascar,” he added.

Goals from Inaki Williams, Jordan Ayew, Mohamed Salifu, and Ernest Nuamah secured all three points for the Black Stars.

Ghana will be hosted by second-placed Madagascar in the Matchday six games of the qualifiers on Monday, March 24, in Morocco at the Al Hoceima Grand Stadium.

A win in the upcoming game would further solidify the Black Stars’ place at the top and move them closer to securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.