Accra, Feb. 27, – Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams says the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has proposed a $13.7 million (GH¢146 million) budget for the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Presenting to Parliament’s Sports Committee, Mr. Adams detailed coverage for pre-tournament prep, group-stage play, and knockout progression.
Budget Breakdown:
$1.23M for FIFA-approved camps and friendlies.
$6.28M for group stage (largest chunk)—appearance fees, match bonuses, per diems for players/staff, official allowances.
Knockout costs taper: $690K (Round of 32), $920K (Round of 16), $1.14M (quarters), $1.37M (semis), $1.84M (final).
$310K for management/staff honorariums.
“No appearance fees post-group stage, so expenses decline in knockouts,” he noted.
Ghana faces Panama first, followed by England and Croatia.
Key Highlights
Budget: Ghana Football Association (GFA) proposes $13.7M (GH¢146M) for Black Stars' 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign (USA, Canada, Mexico).
Breakdown (per Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams to Parliament’s Sports Committee):
Phase Cost (USD) Pre-tournament (camp, friendlies) 1.23M Group stage (fees, bonuses, per diems) 6.28M Round of 32 690K Round of 16 920K Quarterfinals 1.14M Semifinals 1.37M Final 1.84M Honorariums (staff) 310K Notes: Costs drop post-group stage (no appearance fees); opens vs. Panama, then England, Croatia.
Minister briefed Feb 27, 2026—signals serious prep for Ghana's World Cup push.
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