Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire could, in the near future, join forces to bid for the FIFA World Cup, following early signals from Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, soccernet.ng reports. Adams’ comments could energise discussions around a potential West African mega-hosting partnership, one that would align with football’s growing embrace of multi-nation tournaments.
The idea is not without precedent. Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are established football powerhouses on the continent, each boasting Africa Cup of Nations titles and multiple World Cup appearances. Ghana remains one of Africa’s most storied football nations with five AFCON triumphs, while the Super Eagles follow with three, their most recent in 2013. Côte d’Ivoire, fresh off hosting and winning the 2023 AFCON, have also built a modern tournament infrastructure that places them among Africa’s most experienced football organisers. Participation on the global stage also acknowledges their pedigree. Nigeria have qualified for six of the last eight World Cup tournaments and remain one of the continent’s most recognisable teams despite missing out on the 2026 edition. Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have both secured their tickets to the 2026 World Cup. Joint hosting, once considered unusual, has now become a defining trend.
Original Content: Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire could, in the nearest future, join forces to bid for the FIFA World Cup, following early signals from Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, soccernet.ng reports. Koffi Adams’ comments could energise discussions around a potential West African mega-hosting partnership, one that would align with football’s growing embrace of multi-nation tournaments.
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