Ghana's national football team, the Black Stars, has suffered a significant blow ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against The Gambia. Defender Alexander Djiku has been ruled out of the match due to an injury he sustained during Ghana's 2-0 loss to Côte d'Ivoire last week. Djiku, who plays for Russian side Spartak Moscow, had been hoping to recover in time for the second Group C fixture but has not made a full recovery.
Djiku's absence adds to an already lengthy injury list for the Black Stars, who are without several key players, including Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus, Alidu Seidu, Nathaniel Adjei, and Baba Rahman. The team is looking to revive their bid to return to the AFCON after missing the previous tournament in Morocco. Ghana host The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday, seeking their first points of the qualifying campaign.
The Black Stars are currently bottom of Group C after their opening defeat to Côte d'Ivoire. Coach Carlos Queiroz is facing another defensive headache with Djiku's withdrawal. The experienced centre-back had only recently returned to the national team after missing Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign through injury, making the latest setback another frustrating blow for the defender.
Ghana Rugby president Rafatu Inusah was recently named Team Ghana chief for the 2027 Youth Commonwealth Games. In other news, Asante Kotoko parted ways with head coach Eric Tinkler after three months. The Ghana football scene has seen significant developments in recent weeks, with various teams and players preparing for upcoming competitions.
The 2027 AFCON qualifiers are heating up, with teams competing for a spot in the tournament. Ghana's match against The Gambia is crucial for their chances of advancing. The Black Stars will need to secure a win to boost their morale and move up the group standings.
Alexander Djiku's injury is a significant setback for the Black Stars, who are looking to bounce back from their recent defeat. The team's coach, Carlos Queiroz, will need to come up with a new strategy to overcome the challenges posed by The Gambia. The match is scheduled to kick off at 16:00 GMT on Tuesday.
The Black Stars' injury list is a major concern for the team, with several key players out of the match. The team's performance in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers will be crucial in determining their chances of advancing to the tournament. Ghana's football fans are eagerly awaiting the match against The Gambia, hoping for a positive result.
Key points
- Alexander Djiku out of 2027 AFCON qualifier vs The Gambia due to injury
- Ghana's Black Stars face several injury setbacks ahead of 2027 AFCON qualifier
- Ghana host The Gambia in 2027 AFCON qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday
