Ghana Black Stars assistant coach, Maxwell Konadu has warned that Ghana will need to prepare very well for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
The four time Africa champions were paired with the most successful side in the history of the Africa Cup of nations, Egypt, Uganda and Congo for the 2018 World Cup qualifiers.
And Maxwell Konadu says the team must prepare well to stand a chance of booking a fourth successive World Cup ticket.
“Preparation is very key and it’s everything. It’s a very tight draw,” the former Kotoko coach told Happy FM.
Prior to Ghana’s qualification to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, Ghana defeated Egypt 6-1 at the Kumasi sports stadium before losing the second encounter 2-1 in Cairo on the final round.
However, a new Egypt has been born since Hector Cuper took over, leading the Pharoahs to return to the continent’s flagship football, Africa Cup for the first time in six years.
Congo and Uganda have been a tough nut to crack in recent years, and Konadu says the Black Stars dominance over the three countries is history.
“A lot has changed. Consider the factors between that time and now.
“The mood around the team was different with massive support from the fans and the government so we must place premium on preparations.” He stated.
Ghana’s campaign will begin on September 1, 2016.
Fixtures and dates.
Ghana vs Congo : 1st September 2017
Congo vs Ghana : 5th September 2017
Ghana vs Uganda : 10th October 2016.
Egypt vs Ghana : 15th November 2016.
Uganda vs Ghana : 10th November 2017
Ghana vs Egypt : 14th November 2017
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