Arsène Wenger, FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development, recently hinted at the establishment of a standard football academy in Ghana, among other African nations.

He made these remarks following his attendance at the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON), where Ivory Coast emerged as the champions.

Wenger, the former Arsenal manager, highlighted FIFA's ongoing efforts to enhance football globally, including plans to establish academies in 75 countries by the close of 2026.

"We are nearing the opening of new academies in Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Ghana, and Zambia within the next six months to a year. By 2026, we expect to have 75 academies worldwide. This represents a significant step forward in football education, which is our current focus," Wenger stated as reported by FIFA.

He continued, "Our objective is to raise the standard and competitiveness of the game, which can only be achieved through improved football education and higher-quality competitions."