Ghana’s Black Challenge will face Angola, Colombia and Iraq in Group D at the 2026 WAFF Amputee Football World Cup in Mexico. The draw took place in San Juan de los Lagos, where the African champions found themselves in a tough group as they aim for their first World Cup title.
The Black Challenge have built a strong record over recent years. They won the African Amputee Football Championship in Tanzania in 2021, beating Liberia 3-2 in the final. In 2023, Ghana claimed gold at the first African Para Games in Accra with a 2-1 victory over Morocco. The following year, they retained their African title in Cairo, again defeating Morocco 2-1. That win also secured their spot at the 2026 World Cup.
The team’s squad will be announced on Monday, 28 September, at the ESP Hotel in Accra. The World Cup is scheduled to run from 13 to 22 November in San Juan de los Lagos.
Facing Angola, Colombia and Iraq will test Ghana’s ability to carry their continental success onto the global stage. Angola and Colombia have shown competitive performances in past tournaments, while Iraq has also been a consistent presence in international amputee football.
This World Cup will be Ghana’s first appearance at the tournament, following their qualification through the 2024 African Championship. The Black Challenge’s progress in recent years has raised expectations at home, where support for para-sports is growing.
The full draw, held in Mexico, places Ghana’s Black Challenge among teams from different continents, offering a mix of styles and challenges. The group stage will be important for Ghana to set a strong pace before the knockout rounds.
The announcement of the final squad later this month will give a clearer picture of the team’s readiness and strategy. Fans and officials will watch closely as the Black Challenge prepare for what could be a historic campaign on the world stage.
According to Joy Online.
