Prince Amoako Junior, Ghana’s surprise at the 2026 World Cup?

With a change of head coach, all cards should be redistributed. Carlos Queiroz, the new head of technical management in Ghana, could appeal to the 19-year-old nugget. The player impresses in the Danish championship.

A first season with the pros

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A product of the Right to Dream Academy training in Ghana, Prince Amoako Junior caught the eye of FC Nordsjaelland’s leaders. Thanks to his dribbling, directional switching, and goal-scoring skills, the Amasaman native made the big leap in February 2025. On February 25, more exactly, he signed his first professional contract. Unfortunately embarrassed by an injury, he couldn’t continue with matches under his new colours. 

Prince Amoako Junior waited until the summer of 2025 to play his first match with his new club. On the first day of the Danish championship, the Ghanaian made his professional debut with a start against FC Fredericia. From the start of the jewel, having scored and delivered a decisive pass during the 3-2 victory of his team. 

After 30 games played this season, the 19-year-old left-winger has 8 goals and 6 assists. A very quick adaptation to high level. Statistics that could open the doors to a more upscale club in the off-season. According to information from Fabrizio Romano, Fribourg is a serious contender for the Ghanaian jewel. The scouts of the club were present last weekend in Denmark to follow the match between FC Nordsjælland and Viborg. Scorer of a goal, Prince allowed his team to win by 2-1.

The solution for Ghana’s left-winger position?

Prince Amoako Junior can surf on the current almost empty position as left winger in the Ghanaian selection. Most of the players, playing in this position, are far from satisfied at club level, two months before the 2026 World Cup. At the same time, FC Nordsjælland’s nugget is running full speed ahead and could steal a place for the 2026 World Cup. 

With 3 goals and 2 assists in 35 games with Atalanta Bergamo, Kamaldeen Sulemana is currently away from the pitch. Since April 10, he has suffered a contusion on his foot. Well before this physical problem, the player is far from shining with his club in Serie A. 

Christopher Bonsu Baah has had a great season with Al-Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia. He will be a real contender for Prince Amoako Junior. Baah played 31 games for 3 goals and 9 assists. 

Loaned by Brighton to Birmingham in the Championship, Ibrahim Osman is involved in 4 goals in 31 games: 1 goal and 3 assists. 

 
Victim of a ruptured cruciate knee ligament in April 2025, Ernest Nuamah has been inactive for a year. This season, the Ghanaian did not play any matches, not being fully cured. He can say goodbye to the 2026 World Cup. Mohammed Kudus, one of the stars of the Black Stars, could also miss the 2026 World Cup. The player, capable of playing as a left-winger and attacking midfielder, had a relapse after his hamstring injury. It should go under the knife, which would mean ending the season prematurely.

Between great performances at FC Nordsjælland and average season of his competitors, Prince Amoako Junior can dream to play the 2026 World Cup. All signals are green for the 19-year-old nugget.