Inaki Williams Keeps His Promise, Scores Powerful Header for Ghana Against Chad

• The Black Stars of Ghana recorded a statement victory against Chad in the 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium
• Goals from Antoine Semenyo, Inaki Williams, Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Salisu and Ernest Nuamah were enough to consign Chad to defeat
• Otto Addo’s team will aim to replicate this performance against Madagascar on Monday, March 24, keeping their dreams of reaching 2026 alive

Ghanaian striker Inaki Williams lived up to his promise by finding the net in Ghana’s World Cup qualifier against Chad.

The Athletic Bilbao forward scored in the 31st minute, rising high to head home a pinpoint cross from Kingsley Schindler after a well-worked set-piece routine.

Ghana initially attempted a training ground play, with Ernest Nuamah setting up Mohammed Kudus, whose shot was blocked before Schindler whipped in a perfect delivery for Inaki to finish with a powerful header.

Prior to the game, Williams had confidently assured fans in the local Ghanaian language that he would score.

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"Charle, how are you doing? I'm home. This Friday, I will score a goal. See you soon," he declared.

True to his word, he delivered, helping Ghana in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In a video shared on social media after the game, an ecstatic Williams celebrated his goal, joyfully saying "M'ahyɛ goal," which translates to "I've scored a goal" in English.

Inaki Williams' Goal Record for Ghana

Inaki Williams has netted two goals in 22 appearances for Ghana so far, per Transfermarkt.

His first goal came in injury time during Ghana’s opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, securing a 1-0 victory against Madagascar.

The Athletic Bilbao forward sealed the win in the 95th minute with a well-timed header from Gideon Mensah’s cross at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

What's next for Ghana?

The Black Stars are hoping to book a place at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, scheduled to be hosted by Mexico, the US, and Canada.

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Otto Addo’s team will aim to replicate this performance against Madagascar on Monday, March 24, keeping their dreams of reaching 2026 alive.

Black Stars debuts new all-yellow jersey

YEN.com.gh reported earlier that the Black Stars of Ghana debuted their new jerseys for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad on Friday night at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The players arrived on the pitch in their all-yellow new jerseys, produced by German sports kit manufacturers, Puma.

Puma have sponsored the production of Ghana's jerseys for the past decade and have extended their relationship with the Football Association.

Source: YEN.com.gh