Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams says it expects to receive $12.5 million from FIFA before the end of the month, covering the Black Stars’ share of infrastructure and performance-based funds from the 2026 World Cup.
Adams explained that discussions surrounding taxes and the final settlement of World Cup-related funds are still being concluded, with Ghana expected to know the exact amount due to the country once FIFA completes its processes with the host nations.
Speaking about the outstanding payment, Adams said the government expects the process to be completed before the end of the month.
“The country is supposed to benefit from its participation in this World Cup. But as at this moment that I’m speaking to you, we are yet to conclude on that and to receive those funds. We hope that by the end of this month, FIFA will have concluded all their processes and their agreements with the host countries.
So we will know the tax issues and we’ll know how much would be our portion of what is due us up to the point that we got. And this money is way big to us through the FA. And as the law passed by the Parliament of Ghana, immediately it will be transferred to the sports Fund,” Adams said.
Under Ghanaian law, the funds will be channelled directly into the country’s sports fund once FIFA and the host nations settle outstanding tax arrangements tied to the tournament.
Lessons from the campaign
Adams said the Black Stars’ run at the tournament had exposed areas the Ghana Football Association and team management must address before future competitions, pointing to coaching quality, squad philosophy and preparation time as priorities.
“Having participated in this tournament, there are some lessons that management and the GFA should place greater emphasis on for future tournaments.
One, the performance of the team at the workout, play this user, effective coaching, and a clear philosophy can help unlock potentials of the days. This campaign underlined the necessity for long-term planning and sustainable financial plan for national team activities.
He further pointed to individual performances during Ghana’s campaign as evidence of the potential within the squad, highlighting the contribution of players such as Marvin Senayah..
