Salisu, Partey, Ayew On Target As Ghana Edge Closer To World Cup Ticket
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By Sportsgister
The Black Stars of Ghana produced a dominant display to dismantle the Central African Republic 5–0 in their penultimate 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, reigniting their push for a fifth appearance at football’s biggest stage.
Played at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknès in Morocco, the encounter showcased Ghana’s attacking flair, tactical balance, and growing cohesion under head coach Otto Addo. Goals from Mohammed Salisu, Thomas Partey, Alexander Djiku, Jordan Ayew, and Kamaldeen Sulemana sealed a memorable victory for the four-time African champions.
From kickoff, the Black Stars took control of proceedings, dictating tempo and possession through a composed midfield anchored by Thomas Partey and Kwasi Sibo. Their dominance was rewarded in the 20th minute when defender Mohammed Salisu rose highest to head home from a perfectly delivered Mohammed Kudus corner, giving Ghana a deserved early lead.
The momentum carried into the second half, as the Ghanaians pressed harder and faster. Partey doubled the advantage in the 52nd minute, calmly slotting home after a neat build-up involving Fatawu Issahaku and Kudus.
The floodgates soon opened. Alexander Djiku added a third midway through the half, before Jordan Ayew continued his fine form with a thunderous volley — his seventh goal of the qualifying campaign — to make it 4–0.
Young winger Kamaldeen Sulemana capped off the rout with a composed finish late in the game, registering his first senior international goal and putting the icing on a commanding team performance.
The emphatic win leaves Ghana firmly in contention for a place at the 2026 World Cup, as Otto Addo’s side look to seal qualification in their final group fixture
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
