Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko hails Prince Owusu and Kamaradini Mamuduâ??s role in Black Stars World Cup qualification

Head coach of Medeama Ibrahim Tanko has hailed duo Prince Owusu and Kamaradini Mamudu for contributing to the Black Stars 2026 World Cup qualification.

The West African football heavy weights are set for their fifth World Cup participation after securing a place in the just ended qualifiers.

Ghana confirmed their spot for the global showpiece last Sunday, inflicting a narrow win over Comoros to finish on top of Group I.

Owusu earned a maiden call up to represent Ghana in the final round of the qualifying series, making his first appearance against Central African Republic.

Before Owusu, Kamaradini had secured call up in 2024, making two appearances for the West Africa giants.

However, coach Tanko has eulogized the duo for their contribution towards World Cup qualification.

“Owusu deserves his Black Stars call up. He had the opportunity to feature for the Black Stars in the final ten minutes against Central Africa Republic and did well. Unfortunately, he did not get any minutes in the final game. In all, he did very well. We also have Kamaradini who played a part in the qualification. I think it’s very good for the club and the players as well. We congratulate them” he told the club’s media.

Ghana finished on top of Group I, accumulating 25 points from 10 matches, followed by Madagascar (19 points), with Mali finishing third spot (18 points). Comoros placed fourth with 15 points, whereas Central African Republic finished fifth on the table with 8 points.

Meanwhile, Chad emerged as the weakest team in Group I, securing just a point from 10 matches.

The 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, giving Africa a record nine automatic slots.

Having secured their fifth World Cup qualification, the Black Stars will be hoping to make a meaningful impact at the mundial next year.

Ghana secured their first World Cup qualification in 2006 and has since established themselves as a strong force at the mundial, making quarterfinal appearance at the 2010 edition in South Africa.

Since their maiden World Cup appearance in 2006, the Black Stars has only missed one tournament (2018 in Russia), having competed in 2006, 2010, 2014 and in 2022.

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