Ibrahim Mahama promises special cash reward for Black Stars after impressive World Cup performances

• Ibrahim Mahama has promised a special financial reward for the Ghana national football team after being impressed by their World Cup performances.

• During a visit to the team’s camp in Rhode Island, he praised the players’ discipline, determination, and fighting spirit.

• Mahama also commended coach Carlos Queiroz for quickly transforming the team ahead of Ghana’s crucial clash with Croatia national football team.

Businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has promised a special financial reward for the Ghana national football team following their impressive performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to progress further in the tournament.

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The Ghanaian entrepreneur made the pledge during a visit to the Black Stars’ training camp in Rhode Island on Thursday, June 25, where he met players and the technical team ahead of Ghana’s decisive final Group L clash against Croatia national football team on Saturday, June 27.

Addressing the squad, Ibrahim Mahama praised the players for their discipline, fighting spirit, and determination, saying their recent displays had convinced him to release financial support he had initially held back.

His pledge comes amid growing national support for the Black Stars, whose performances have reignited belief among Ghanaian fans during the tournament.

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Ghana has impressed in the group stage and also as one of the African nations yet  to concede a goal in the tournament. The Black Stars’ resilience, tactical organisation, and attacking efficiency have earned praise from both fans and pundits.

Ibrahim Mahama also reserved special praise for head coach Carlos Queiroz, commending the Portuguese tactician for quickly shaping the team despite taking charge only weeks before the tournament.

The businessman’s latest commitment adds to a pool of support from corporate institutions and private individuals backing Ghana’s World Cup campaign.

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Earlier this year, Ibrahim Mahama reaffirmed his support for Ghana’s participation in the tournament when his company, Engineers & Planners, donated $5 million during a national fundraising campaign launched to support the Black Stars’ World Cup preparations.

Financial incentives serve as motivation for players to put up their best performances.