Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Ghana for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising the Black Stars for bringing "colour, style and passion" back to football's biggest stage.

Ghana sealed their place at next year's global showpiece - to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico - with a 1-0 victory over Comoros on Sunday night at the Accra Sports Stadium.

The result confirmed the Black Stars as Group I winners with 25 points, ensuring their fifth appearance at the World Cup.

In a congratulatory message shared via video, Infantino applauded Ghana's achievement and looked forward to their participation in what he described as "the greatest FIFA World Cup ever."

"Congratulations to...