Boston, United States – June 23: Jude Bellingham of England and Kwasi Sibo of Ghana battle for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match between England and Ghana at Boston Stadium on June 23, 2026 in Boston, United States. (Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images)Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo has opened up about the personal significance of facing Jude Bellingham at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, revealing that the clash with the England star was a long-awaited moment after two missed opportunities in La Liga.Speaking to 3Sports, Sibo reflected on Ghana’s goalless draw against England in Boston on June 23, a match that carried deep meaning for the 28-year-old.”It was still a big deal for me despite playing in La Liga because I had never played against Jude. Our first league game, he was injured, and in our second league game, I got a red card.”Sibo, who earned his World Cup debut against Panama before starting against England, viewed the clash with the Three Lions as the perfect platform to demonstrate his quality.”So it was a big game for me, and it was a big challenge for me as well. It was the best time to prove myself to the world, to prove myself to Ghanaians that the responsibility you have on your shoulders, you are ready to carry it.”The midfielder also reflected on the emotional significance of sharing the pitch with players he once watched on television.”Stepping onto that field was something beautiful because I was playing against players I used to watch on TV before I even travelled. It was something that made me very, very proud of how far my journey has come.”Sibo featured in all four of Ghana’s World Cup matches, accumulating 249 minutes of action as the Black Stars progressed from the group stage before exiting in the Round of 32 to Colombia.The midfielder is currently weighing up offers from the Premier League, Saudi Pro League, and Greek side PAOK following the expiration of his contract with Real Oviedo.
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