2026 World Cup Qualifiers: The rain helped us to play better against Central African Republic - Otto Addo
Otto Addo
Ghana coach, Otto Addo says the rain was significant in Black Stars’ thrilling 4-3 victory over the Central African Republic (CAR) on Monday night.
The Black Stars hosted the Wild Beasts at the Baba Yara Stadium in the matchday four games of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Jordan Ayew's impressive hat-trick and a goal from Fatawu Issahaku secured the hard-fought 4-3 win for the Black Stars.
Otto Addo, speaking after the game, revealed that the rain played a part in their improved second-half performance.
“The rain helped us play better and move the ball faster. Thank you to God for letting it rain,” Addo stated. “The support from the start was massive. Even though we were down, they stayed by our side. Thank you very much, Kumasi, for coming out again.”
He also acknowledged that the first half was challenging for Ghana as they struggled to control the game and create opportunities up front.
“We had problems in the first half controlling the ball and finding solutions upfront. I take the blame. Maybe I wanted us to do too much, though we had a few days of training. We adjusted in the second half and deserved to win,” Addo admitted.
The victory places Ghana at the top of Group I with nine points, as they await the outcomes of the matches between Madagascar and Mali, and Chad and Comoros.
The Black Stars are now in a strong position to continue their campaign for a place in the 2026 World Cup. Otto Addo and his side will resume their Mundial qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar in March 2025.
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