FIFA has confirmed the fixture dates for the next round of the 2026 World Cup African qualifiers, with the Black Stars set to face Chad and Mali in September.
These matches are pivotal for Coach Otto Addo’s squad as they strive to secure a spot at the global tournament. Ghana will kick off the September window with an away game against Chad on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
The match against Chad will take place at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno in N’Djamena, at 13:00 GMT.
Ghana will then return home to Accra to host Mali at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, September 8, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 GMT.
Currently topping Group I with 15 points from six matches five wins and one loss the Black Stars lead the qualification race. Comoros sits second with 12 points, followed by Madagascar in third with 10 points as the battle for World Cup qualification intensifies.
Ghana’s strong position makes the upcoming September fixtures even more critical to consolidate their lead.
Following the September games, Ghana will face the last round of qualifying matches in October, aiming to officially secure their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The final matches will determine whether the Black Stars can maintain their top spot in the group and confirm their participation in the tournament slated to take place in Canada, the USA, and Mexico next year.