Black Stars head coach Otto Addo remains optimistic about his team’s prospects as they prepare to take on Chad in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers today at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The four-time African champions will host Chad tonight, with kickoff set for 19:00 GMT in a crucial Matchday Five encounter.

Addo and his squad have come under intense scrutiny following their failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

However, speaking to the media ahead of the match, the 49-year-old coach stressed that the team’s fate remains in their own hands and expressed confidence in securing a positive result.

“We have everything in our own hands now, which is very important and good for us.

This is really positive,” Addo stated.

“I am very sure we will deliver against Chad. I’m not an expert—I just always want to win,” he added.

After facing Chad, the Black Stars will travel to Morocco on Monday for their Matchday Six fixture against Madagascar.