Chad will host Ghana on Matchday 7 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers at Marshal Idriss Deby Itno Olympic Stadium in N’djamena on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
The host have had a sorry campaign, with six straight defeats leaving them without a single point in Group I of the qualifiers having found themselves outmatched in every department, managing just one goal across the series and conceding 15 at the other end.
Their most recent outing in March brought a narrow 1-0 loss to Comoros, which at least demonstrated some defensive resolve, but a blunt attack has now drawn blanks in five of their six group matches.
In June, friendlies against Kenya offered little respite either, with a 0-0 stalemate followed by a 2-1 defeat extending their barren streak.
Head coach Raoul Savoy has sought to keep his side competitive, drawing on experienced figures such as Marius Mouandilmadji and captain N’Douassel to lead the line, while Ahmat Abderamane remains one of few who can provide balance in midfield.
Even so, with the team conceding an average of 2.5 goals per qualifier, it is difficult to see where the spark for a revival might come from.
They come up against Ghana in a fixture that represents another chance to strengthen their grip at the top of Group I. The Black Stars have collected 15 points from a possible 18, recovering from an early slip against Comoros with four straight wins against Mali, Central African Republic, Chad and Madagascar. Their most recent qualifier saw them brush Madagascar aside with a commanding 3-0 victory in Al Hoceima, a match in which Thomas Partey, struck twice before Mohammed Kudus added gloss with a third, all three goals supplied by Jordan Ayew. Ghana boast one of the most potent attacks in the qualifiers, scoring 15 goals in six matches, while also keeping things relatively secure at the back with just five goals conceded.
With Kudus pulling strings, Partey anchoring midfield, and Ayew in prolific form, the Black Stars look well-equipped to navigate a fixture that on paper carries little jeopardy but remains crucial to maintaining momentum into the next round.
Head coach Otto Addo has assembled a blend of experience with fresh blood. Partey, Kudus, Ayew and Inaki Williams form the backbone of the side, while there are recalls for Tariq Lamptey after a lengthy layoff, and opportunities for Derrick Arthur Kohn of Union Berlin and in-form FC Nordsjaelland player Caleb Yirenkyi. The team have in recent months looked very determined to win the group and make yet another FIFA World Cup in Mexico, USA and Canada but have to dig deep to secure the three points on Thursday.
Chad’s struggles have been well documented, and while they may seek to frustrate Ghana in front of their own supporters, the Black Stars have what it takes to win all the points in N’djamena.
Otto Addo’s side have found a rhythm in qualifying and with Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus Inaki Williams and Thomas Partey all fit and firing, this has the look of another great night for the Black Stars.
head-to-head record
The two national teams have only met once before, on March 21, 2025. On that occasion, Ghana cruised to a resounding 5-0 victory over Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium.
This fixture is scheduled for 2pm kick off (1pm in Accra) at Stade Olympique Marechal Idriss Deby Itno on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
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