Black Stars coach names 28-man squad for World Cup preparations as Wales friendly approaches

Sports May 25, 2026

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 28-man squad for the FIFA World Cup preparation camp and the international friendly against Wales in Cardiff.

The squad includes 5 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 7 midfielders, and 7 forwards.

The team began training on Monday, May 25, 2026, as part of final preparations ahead of the June 2 encounter.

The camp has since moved to Cardiff, where the squad continues intensive training as the team sharpens its strategy for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Black Stars have been drawn into a challenging group alongside Panama, England, and Croatia, making the preparation phase crucial for building cohesion, fitness, and tactical discipline ahead of the tournament.

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