Stephen Appiah sends stirring message to Ghanaians ahead of 2026 World Cup draw

As anticipation builds ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, former Black Stars captain and current Black Stars Management Committee Vice Chairman Appiah has delivered a heartfelt and inspirational message to Ghanaians.

The draw, scheduled for Friday in the United States, will determine Ghana’s group-stage opponents for a tournament set to unfold across America, Canada, and Mexico next year.

With Ghana placed in Pot 4, the national team could face a difficult group, but Appiah’s confidence in the squad remains unshaken. Appiah highlighted the importance of the moment, reminding fans of the global stage that awaits the national team:

“The draw [2026 World Cup] is coming up in December, we are going to America, Canada and Mexico.”- Appiah via Betway His words set the tone for the journey ahead, emphasizing the scale of the challenge and the excitement surrounding Ghana’s participation.

Appiah also called on history, evoking memories of Ghana’s maiden World Cup appearance in 2006, a campaign that united the nation and exceeded expectations:

“We have done that before when we went to Germany.

And I hope and I know with the calibre of players that we have, we’re going to make it in the next World Cup, which is next year [2026].” With this, he reminded Ghanaians that despite being placed among the lowest-ranked teams in the draw, the Black Stars have a tradition of rising to big moments.

In wrapping up his message, Appiah extended a powerful call for unity and unwavering national support: "Good luck. We need your support. We need your prayers. See you in America. See you in Mexico. See you in Canada. Go, Ghana.”

His words echo the sentiment shared by millions of Ghanaians—hope, pride, and belief in another historic World Cup campaign.

With the draw just hours away and the world watching, Ghana stands ready to discover its path toward the 2026 World Cup. Tough opposition may await, but under the guidance of legends like Stephen Appiah and with the support of passionate fans, the Black Stars remain determined to write another remarkable chapter in Ghanaian football history.