Ghana vs. Comoros World Cup Qualifier: Otto Addo Makes Jordan Ayew Drop for Press-Ups, video

Ghana vs. Comoros World Cup Qualifier: Otto Addo Makes Jordan Ayew Drop for Press-Ups, video

  • One light-hearted training moment involving coach Otto Addo and his players has fans talking ahead of Sunday’s clash against Comoros
  • The Black Stars’ final preparations in Accra turned into a spectacle, as thousands of fans turned up to watch
  • As anticipation builds for Ghana’s decisive World Cup qualifier, the atmosphere in camp remains upbeat and united

Ghana are on the brink of securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as they gear up for their tenth and final CAF qualifier against Comoros on Sunday, as one funny Black Stars training moment captured fans' attention.

The Black Stars sit comfortably atop Group I with 22 points and a healthy goal difference of +16 after nine matches. With such dominance, qualification is virtually sealed for the four-time World Cup participants.

Ghana vs Comoros 2026 World Cup qualifier, Accra Sports Stadium, Black Stars of Ghana, Ghana World Cup qualification, Otto Addo Ghana coach, Ghana national team news, CAF World Cup qualifiers, Ghana football fans, Ghana fifth World Cup appearance
Otto Addo makes Jordan Ayew, Kwasi Sibo, Caleb Yirenkyi do press-ups after a slip-up in training ahead of the Ghana vs. Comoros World Cup qualifier on October 12 in Accra. Image credit: Richard Pelham
Source: Getty Images

Madagascar, who trail in second with 19 points, per the FIFA standings, would need nothing short of a football miracle to overtake Ghana at this stage. For Ghana, this achievement would mark their fifth appearance on football’s grandest stage, having previously featured in the 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2022 editions.

Read also

Ghana vs. Comoros 2026 WC qualifier: Kickoff time and how to watch

The team’s consistency in the qualifying campaign highlights their determination to bounce back from disappointment after missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as noted by the Ghana FA.

Meanwhile, Madagascar continue their quest for a maiden World Cup appearance, but Ghana’s experience and form make the outcome seem inevitable, with the West African side poised to punch their ticket for the historic 48-team World Cup next year.

Ghana vs. Comoros 2026 World Cup qualifierv Ghana vs. Comoros kick-off time, Ghana vs. Comoros head to head, Ghana vs. Comoros prediction, Ghana vs. Comoros venue, Ghana vs. Comoros team news, 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Ghana take on Comoros in their final 2026 World Cup qualifier on October 12, 2025 in Accra. Image credit: ghanafa
Source: Twitter

Heading into Sunday’s decisive clash against Comoros, Ghana’s preparations at the Accra Sports Stadium have been smooth and lively. Large crowds of passionate fans have been trooping to the venue daily to catch a glimpse of their favourite Black Stars players in action, creating a buzzing and electrifying atmosphere during training sessions.

However, during Friday’s training session, a light-hearted moment caught everyone’s attention when coach Otto Addo jokingly made captain Jordan Ayew, Caleb Yirenkyi, and Kwasi Sibo drop for press-ups for holding onto the ball too long during a drill, sending fans into laughter at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Watch the video below

''I like this training session. It is so lively. Let's go for the qualification on Sunday, boys.'' - @VigilantGhana1

Read also

Every African nation that has qualified for the 2026 World Cup as of now

''The training sessions of the Black Stars have changed a lot, and you can see that it is working in their games now. Kudos to the team and Otto Addo.'' - @FenniIbrahim
''Wow! I love the atmosphere in the Ghana team now. Look at Jordan Ayew laughing.'' - @AmanOko
''This is what we want to see in the Black Stars: the unity and the smiles, these make us stronger against any opponent.'' - @Bra Rashid

How to watch Ghana vs. Comoros game

In an earlier report, YEN.com.gh provided full details on how fans can watch the highly anticipated Ghana vs Comoros World Cup qualifier live from the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 12.

This includes TV channels, live legal streaming options, and key broadcast information to ensure supporters don’t miss a moment of the action.

Source: YEN.com.gh

Authors:
Gariba Raubil avatar

Gariba Raubil (Sports Editor) Gariba Raubil is a skilled content writer and journalist with over 14 years of experience in sports journalism. He is a CAF and FIFA-accredited reporter and has been a member of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) since 2020. He has covered several international tournaments including two All Africa Games in 2015 and 2023. He also reported on the 2017 CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon and the 2018 Women’s AFCON. Email: gariba.raubil@yen.com.gh