The Black Stars' goalkeepers’ trainer, Fatau Dauda, has asserted that the team will secure early qualification for the 2026 World Cup if they defeat Madagascar.

He acknowledged that while most Ghanaians will not be in Morocco for the game, he is confident they will support the team from their homes.

The former Black Stars goalkeeper emphasised that, given Ghana's current position at the top of Group I, he is optimistic about early qualification if they secure victory against Barea, the nickname of the Malagasy national team.

"There is a lot of vim [energy] at the moment. I know Ghanaians back home will support us from their homes. I strongly believe that if we win this game, we will have already qualified in advance for the World Cup," he said, as shared by 3Sports on X.

Dauda also revealed that he was amazed by the massive turnout of Ghanaians at the Accra Sports Stadium, which contributed to the team’s emphatic 5-0 victory over Chad on March 21, 2025.

"I was greatly astonished by the kind of support Ghanaians gave us during the first game," he added.

The Black Stars will face Madagascar at the 12,000-capacity Mimoun Al Arsi Stadium in Morocco on March 24, 2025.

Ghana currently leads Group I with 12 points, followed by Madagascar with 10 points.

Watch Fatau Dauda's remarks in the video below:

"I believe if we win today, we've qualified for the World Cup."

Black Stars goalkeepers trainer Fatawu Dauda is confident ahead of Madagascar v Ghana.@mutalayakubu10's trip to cover Ghana's World Cup qualifying game was facilitated by Global Wings Travel & Tours Ltd… pic.twitter.com/QqwGortScD

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