Ghana's Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz, has expanded his squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia, as well as an international friendly against Morocco. Nine new players have been added to the team due to medical concerns over some initially selected players. The team began training in Accra on September 21 and will continue preparations before traveling for the first qualifier.
The new additions to the squad include defenders Jonas Adjetey from VfL Wolfsburg, Alidu Seidu from OGC Nice, Ebenezer Annan from Rapid Bucharest, and Rockson Yeboah from Osasuna. Midfielder Rahim Ibrahim from Slovan Bratislava has also been called up. The attacking lineup has been bolstered with the inclusion of Brandon Thomas-Asante from Coventry City, Mohammed Fuseini from Derby County, Benjamin Tetteh from Kalba, and Felix Afena-Gyan from Igdir FK.
Ghana will start their Group C campaign against Côte d'Ivoire at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké on September 24. The team will then return home to face The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 27. The international window will conclude with a friendly match against Morocco at the Grand Stade de Tanger on October 4. These matches are crucial for Ghana's qualification prospects.
The medical concerns that led to the changes in the squad have not been disclosed, but Queiroz has moved swiftly to ensure his team is fully prepared. The additions bring fresh talent and depth to the squad, which could prove vital in the challenging fixtures ahead. The team's training in Accra is aimed at fine-tuning their strategy and building cohesion.
Carlos Queiroz's side will face stiff competition from Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia, and the friendly against Morocco will provide an additional test of their capabilities. The coach's strategy and team selection will be critical in determining Ghana's success in these matches. The team's performance will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers are a significant milestone for Ghana's football team, and the matches against Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia are pivotal. A strong performance in these games could boost the team's confidence and momentum. The inclusion of new players is expected to inject energy and competitiveness into the squad.
The Black Stars' preparations are at a critical stage, with the team set to travel to Bouaké for the first qualifier. The matches will be a test of the team's readiness and strategy under Carlos Queiroz's leadership. The outcome will have a significant impact on Ghana's football landscape and their prospects in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Key points
- Carlos Queiroz adds nine players to Ghana's squad for 2027 AFCON qualifiers due to medical concerns.
- Ghana will face Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
- The team will also play a friendly match against Morocco on October 4.
