Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has said he remains confident that his goals will arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite still waiting to score in the tournament, and insists his focus is firmly on the team’s overall success.
The Bournemouth striker, who scored 17 Premier League goals during the 2025/26 season, entered the competition as one of Ghana’s key attacking threats. However, he has yet to find the net in the Black Stars’ Group L matches against Panama and England.
Despite that, Semenyo has played a role in Ghana’s encouraging start to the tournament, with the team remaining in contention for a place in the Round of 32 ahead of their final group fixture.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference before Saturday’s crucial meeting with Croatia, the forward rejected any suggestion that he was concerned about his lack of goals.
He emphasised that his priority remains contributing to the team’s performance rather than focusing on individual statistics.
“I just have to be ready at the end of the day. I’m content in terms of doing what the team needs,” he said.
“I’m always on my toes and mentally ready. What the team needs is the most important, and the goals will follow.”
Ghana head into the decisive Group L encounter knowing that qualification for the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is still within reach. A positive result against Croatia could secure progression to the Round of 32, with the possibility of a top-place finish in the group still open depending on outcomes elsewhere.
Semenyo is expected to play a central role in Ghana’s attack as they look to build on their strong start to the tournament. The Black Stars have collected valuable points from their opening fixtures and now stand on the brink of securing progression to the next stage.
The forward’s calm approach has reflected the broader mood within the Ghana camp, where attention has been placed on collective performance rather than individual achievements.
As Ghana prepare for one of their most significant matches of the tournament, Semenyo’s belief in his eventual return to scoring form offers encouragement for supporters hoping he can make a decisive impact.
With the stakes rising in Group L, Ghana will look to combine defensive organisation and attacking efficiency as they attempt to secure the result needed to extend their World Cup campaign in the United States.
Semenyo, meanwhile, remains convinced that his contributions will ultimately be measured in the team’s success, even if his first goal of the tournament has yet to arrive.
