The Black Stars will take on Madagascar on Monday, March 24, in a top-of-the-table clash as they aim to secure a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A win would extend Ghana’s lead in Group I, increasing their chances of qualification.

Ghana Leads the Group

Ghana tops the group with 12 points from five matches, leading Madagascar by two points. A victory would push the Black Stars to 15 points, creating a five-point gap over their closest rivals.

Momentum from Recent Wins

On Friday, Ghana dominated Chad with a 5-0 victory at the Accra Sports Stadium. Antoine Semenyo, Inaki Williams, Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Salisu, and Ernest Nuamah all scored in that match.

Two days earlier, Madagascar secured an impressive 4-1 away win against the Central African Republic. Their strong performance makes this fixture even more competitive.

Importance of the Match

Forward Antoine Semenyo, who scored in the win over Chad, highlighted the team’s focus:

“I feel like every game we’ve taken very seriously. Yeah, and these two games, we want to win. We want to win. We want to be top of the table going into September. So yeah, we’re going to do everything we can to win both games and give ourselves the best chance of qualifying for the World Cup,”

he told Lawrence Baidoo in an interview with SuperSport.

Head-to-Head Record

Since 2022, Ghana and Madagascar have played three matches. The Black Stars won two, while the other ended in a draw. Ghana scored four goals, conceded just one, and kept three clean sheets.

Venue & Kickoff Details

Due to Madagascar’s stadium being unfit, the match will take place in Morocco. This neutral venue could benefit Ghana. The game starts at 19:00 GMT.

Possible Squad Changes

Coach Otto Addo has no injury concerns. However, he may adjust his lineup for a stronger performance.