In a major step toward elevating their football ecosystems, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Football Association of Wales (FAW) have entered into a wide-ranging strategic alliance that promises to deepen technical cooperation, expand knowledge exchange, and open new competitive opportunities for both nations.
The pact was formalized during a series of high-level meetings at the FAW headquarters in Hensol, where GFA President Kurt Okraku led a delegation to engage with FAW Chief Executive Officer Noel Mooney and Chief Football Officer Dr. David Adams. Their discussions laid the groundwork for a transformative collaboration anchored in coach education and long-term development planning.
At the heart of the agreement is a comprehensive programme that will grant Ghanaian coaches unprecedented access to Wales’ renowned coach-education structure. Carefully selected coaches from Ghana’s national development pathway are scheduled to travel to Wales in 2026 to undergo advanced training and mentorship under the guidance of top Welsh instructors.
This initiative is expected to enrich Ghana’s grassroots coaching landscape and shape a new generation of technically refined players.
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Beyond coaching, both associations are exploring avenues for expanded football interaction, including potential youth and senior international fixtures. With Ghana having secured qualification to the FIFA World Cup 2026, the FAW sees such engagements as mutually beneficial opportunities to test differing tactical approaches and broaden competitive experience.
The partnership underscores a shared conviction that football flourishes when federations collaborate, break down borders, and invest in education-driven development.
It also marks a significant strengthening of ties between two associations committed to innovation, player empowerment and sustainable progress in the global game.
