The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has revealed that the government is exploring plans to sponsor Ghanaian supporters to attend the 2026 World Cup, aiming to ensure strong fan representation at the global tournament.
Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show, the Buem Member of Parliament noted that there is a clear policy direction for Ghana to be represented by its supporters, adding that the scale of the initiative will depend on available resources.
He explained that a fundraising committee has already been established to mobilise funds, with the final number of fans selected to travel determined by how much money is raised.
“The policy that we should take for fans is clear. It is clear that we should work at it, and that is why we have set up a fundraising committee. The number we would take ultimately will depend on how much we raise,” he stated.
The minister added that the committee is tasked with raising resources to cover travel and accommodation for supporters who will journey to back the Black Stars at the tournament.
He acknowledged, however, that the plan requires significant financial backing, prompting the government to appeal to the private sector and the general public for support.
“This is why we are appealing to corporate bodies, companies, mining firms and well-meaning individuals to come on board and support this initiative,” he said.
Ghana will face Panama, England, and Croatia in Group L at the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico this summer.
