Ghanaian fans took to social media in jubilant fashion after the Black Stars demolished the Central African Republic 5-0 on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, a result that puts them on the brink of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The performance, one of the most convincing in recent years, drew widespread praise for the team’s renewed confidence, attacking flair, and unity. Many fans described it as a reminder of Ghana’s footballing identity and the spirit that once made the Black Stars a feared side on the continent.
Musician Kofi Kinaata captured the national mood, celebrating the win as a step closer to North America 2026. Others echoed a sense of pride, saying the team finally looks like “the Ghana of old” again, passionate, organised, and full of energy.
There was also admiration for the new yellow kit, which several supporters said better represents the nation’s colours and heritage compared to the usual all-white strip.
Match Report: Ghana humiliates Central African Republic with heavy victory
Some fans, while delighted, urged caution, reminding the team to stay humble and united as tougher challenges lie ahead. A few injected humour into the celebrations, joking about the Black Stars’ history of emotional roller-coasters at major tournaments.
But overall, the tone was one of joy and belief. Many called the victory a “five-star performance” and predicted that the qualification campaign is now all but sealed.
With 22 points at the top of Group I, Ghana will host Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium on October 12, 2025, needing just a draw to book their ticket to the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, a dream the fans are already beginning to live.
Read some of the reactions below:
Afa Papa😄https://t.co/4AGV0oIZUE
— OSIKANI tv on YouTube🥇⭕ (@OsikaniOfficial) October 8, 2025
I hope going forward we keep this yellow kits as our Home jersey @GhanaBlackstars, None of that all white nonsense. The Red-Gold, Green & black star has all the soul and spirit of Ghana 🇬🇭
Solid job done by @dailypaper and @PUMA
I can now recognize my team again ❤️💛💚
— Bråå K●F¡ ™ 🇬🇭|🇨🇦 (@eii_braakofi) October 8, 2025
Let them know the Brazilians of Africa are coming !!!!! Let them know the last African team to ever progress so far in the World Cup history is Ghana!!! We are coming yensuro obiaaa!!!! Oh tears in my eyes I’m
So happy— Anna Bergmann (@bergmann_a92063) October 8, 2025
We qualify be that
— The black star observer🇬🇭 (@Mrmoralesmen) October 8, 2025
This is what big teams do…
Moyɛɛ no yie no, Ɛnyɛ na moanim ate yi?
— His Servant 6192 (@Julius12363229) October 8, 2025
USA Mexico Canada here we come 😁🥳🥳
— Joel Oteng (@OtengFCB) October 8, 2025
God Bless Our Homeland Ghana 🔥🙏🏾🇬🇭 🤩🎉🎊 Congrats Black Stars 🙌🏾 All Passports are ready, World Cup here we come! 🇺🇸🇨🇦🇲🇽 #BlackStars pic.twitter.com/cDbmmqKhIc
— Kofi Kinaata (@KinaataGh) October 8, 2025
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