- Salisu urges Black Stars to step up preparations for Mali match.
- Team holds open training session to fine-tune skills.
- Salisu cautious of Mali threat but confident in team's ability.
- Match is first of two crucial qualifiers for Black Stars.
Ghanaian defender Mohammed Salisu has issued a clarion call to his teammates, urging them to intensify their preparations as they count down to their crucial encounter against Mali. The Black Stars are set to face off against the Eagles in a 2026 World Cup Group I qualifier on Thursday, June 6, in a match that promises to be a stern test for the four-time African champions.
As the clock ticks down to the highly anticipated clash, nearly all the players called up by Coach Otto Addo have reported to camp, eager to fine-tune their skills and strategies. In a bid to ensure maximum preparedness, the team held an open training session at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium on Friday, with Salisu emphasizing the importance of taking their preparations seriously.
Speaking to journalists after the training session, Salisu underscored the difficulty of the upcoming match in Bamako, cautioning that the Malian team poses a significant threat. “We just need to train day by day [because] it is not going to be easy with Mali. They have a strong team and I think we need to prepare for this game,” he stated, his tone laced with a sense of urgency.
Despite acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead, the former Southampton defender exuded confidence in the team’s ability to secure the necessary results against Mali on Thursday. His optimism is rooted in the team’s preparations and the wealth of talent at their disposal.
The match against Mali is the first of two consecutive qualifiers for the Black Stars, with a home encounter against the Central African Republic slated for Monday, June 10. The team’s preparations are therefore crucial, as they seek to navigate these two critical matches and maintain their momentum in the qualifying campaign.
Salisu’s call to action is a timely reminder to his teammates, as they bid to make a strong impression in the qualifying campaign. With the stakes high and the competition fierce, the Black Stars must be at the top of their game to overcome the challenges that lie ahead.
The defender’s comments also serve as a rallying cry to the fans, who will be eagerly watching from the sidelines as their beloved team takes on the Eagles of Mali. The Black Stars have a rich history of success on the continental stage, and their supporters will be hoping for a repeat of that glory in the upcoming qualifiers.
As the team continues to fine-tune their preparations, Salisu’s words of encouragement will undoubtedly resonate with his teammates. With their sights firmly set on victory, the Black Stars are poised to face the challenges ahead with courage and determination.
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in Bamako, with the Black Stars ready to put their skills and strategies to the test against a formidable Malian team. With Salisu leading the charge, the team is braced for a battle royale that promises to be an epic clash of African football titans.
In the end, it is the team’s collective effort and unwavering dedication that will determine the outcome of the match. As they take to the field on Thursday, the Black Stars will be driven by a fierce determination to emerge victorious, inspired by Salisu’s rallying cry to take their preparations seriously and strive for excellence.
