President John Mahama Meets Ghana Futsal Team in Lusaka Ahead of Zambia Qualifier
Ghana’s national futsal team received a morale-lifting boost in Lusaka after paying a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama ahead of their decisive CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Zambia.
The rare interaction came during the President’s three-day state visit to Zambia, offering the players and officials a moment of national recognition as they prepare for a crucial return-leg encounter on Sunday. President Mahama took time to engage the squad, encouraging them to give their all as they seek to book a place at the continental tournament.
The Ghana Football Association later highlighted the meeting on its official platforms, describing it as a proud moment for the team as they carry the nation’s hopes on the African stage.
Ghana remain camped in Lusaka, where preparations have intensified in the build-up to the high-stakes fixture. The tie remains delicately poised following a thrilling first-leg contest in Cape Coast that ended 6-6, ensuring everything is still to play for.
With qualification for the 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations on the line, the technical team is focused on fine-tuning tactics and helping the players adapt to local conditions in Zambia.
Despite the challenge ahead, officials around the team remain optimistic that the Black Stars of futsal can rise to the occasion and secure a historic qualification.
