Newly appointed Black Stars goalkeepers trainer, Daniel Gasper is expected to arrive in Ghana this weekend as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Gasper joins the national team’s technical bench following the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars.

The Portuguese coach is expected to begin work immediately upon arrival, with reports indicating he will first meet Benjamin Asare in Accra before travelling to Europe to hold discussions with other goalkeepers in contention, including Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang.

He is also set to meet members of the technical staff, among them former Ghana international Fatau Dauda, who has been named second goalkeepers trainer.

Gasper arrives with vast experience, having worked with several clubs and national teams across Europe and the Middle East.

He is widely recognised for his long-standing working relationship with Queiroz, serving as a trusted goalkeeping coach during the veteran manager’s spells with Iran, Colombia and Egypt.

His appointment is expected to strengthen Ghana’s technical setup and improve the performance of the team’s goalkeepers ahead of the tournament.

The Black Stars will continue their preparations later this month with an international friendly against Mexico before concluding their warm-up schedule against Wales on June 2.

Ghana, four-time African champions, will make their fifth appearance at the World Cup after being drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama.

The Black Stars open their campaign against Panama on June 17, face England on June 23, and complete their group-stage fixtures against Croatia on June 27.