By Iddi Yire, GNA
Accra, June 17, GNA – Ahead of the Ghana-Panama Football Match at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup Football in Toronto, Canada, President John Dramani Mahama has sent to the Senior National Men’s Football Team, the Black Stars.
“Play for the flag. Play for the children dreaming of greatness in your footsteps,” President Mahama said.
“The world is watching, and we are confident that the Black Star will shine brighter than ever before on this global stage.”
A statement issued by Mr Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in-charge of Government Communication said: “Our gallant Black Stars, As you stand on the threshold of your first match against Panama in Toronto, the Government and the over thirty million people of Ghana stand firmly behind you.”
The President said this fifth World Cup appearance was a testament to the resilient spirit of our nation.
“You carry more than a ball. You are carrying the hopes, dreams, and heritage of a people. From the streets of Chorkor to the plains of Bole, every Ghanaian heart beats in sync with yours. To our vibrant diaspora in Toronto and across North America, we charge you to be the “12th Man”.” He stated.
“Let the red, gold, and green illuminate the stands, and let our drums remind our boys that wherever a Ghanaian stands, home is never far away.”
President Mahama said at home, the Government had ensured that no citizen was left behind.
He noted that the Government had successfully secured official television broadcast rights, ensuring that every tackle and every goal was beamed into homes from Axim to Bawku, and from Ho to Hamile.
“This is our gift to a nation that lives and breathes the beautiful game.”
GNA
Kenneth Odeng Adade