Ghana’s coach, Otto Addo, unveiled a 23-man team for crucial World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. The team aims to regain national pride after missing AFCON 2025.
Ghana’s World Cup qualification hangs in the balance, putting Addo’s leadership under pressure as pivotal matches loom. Captain Jordan Ayew leads a squad featuring three domestic players: Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare, Medeama SC’s Kamaradini Mamudu, and Nations FC’s Razak Simpson.
Thomas Partey’s comeback to the team from Arsenal is a huge advantage. Having missed Ghana’s previous four AFCON qualifiers, Partey has accumulated more than 50 caps since making his debut in 2016, highlighting his leadership and experience, which could be vital in the midfield.
Southampton’s Kamal Deen Sulemana returns from injury, and CD Lugo’s Jerry Afriyie keeps his spot after excelling against Niger in November. Versatile Genk star Christopher Bonsu Baah has been added to boost Ghana’s attacking potential.
Ghana’s Black Stars, tied with Comoros atop Group I on nine points, require wins in their remaining games to solidify their World Cup qualification chances.
Ghana began their campaign with a close 1-0 victory against Madagascar, but a defeat to Comoros hampered their progress. However, their hopes were rekindled by consecutive wins against Mali and the Central African Republic in June.