Ghana Black Stars head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has named a 26-man squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia. The squad features a mix of home-based talents and foreign-based players. Captain Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus, Daniel Kofi Kyereh, and Alidu Seidu are among the notable names recalled to the team. The squad announcement comes ahead of the crucial encounters, which will determine Ghana's position in the qualification race.
Jordan Ayew returns to the squad after recovering from a groin injury that kept him out of the previous international engagements. Mohammed Kudus has also been recalled after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury. The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has not featured for the Black Stars in 2026. His return is expected to boost the team's chances in the upcoming matches. The squad also includes German-based midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyereh, who earns a return to the national team for the first time in four years.
Björkegren has rewarded several impressive performers in the Ghana Premier League with call-ups. FC Samartex left-back Isaac Afful, Asante Kotoko’s Musa Hamzata, and Medeama SC duo Etse Dogli and Emmanuel Annor are among the new inclusions. The Black Stars opened camp in Accra on Sunday, November 8, 2026, as preparations intensify for the two crucial encounters. The team will host Somalia in the first leg at the Sekondi Sports Stadium on Thursday, November 12.
The return fixture will be played on Monday, November 16, 2026. The double-header presents an important opportunity for the Black Stars to strengthen their position in the race to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Ghana will be looking to make a strong impression against Somalia. The team's performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their chances of qualifying for the tournament.
Notably, Kwasi Sibo is the only absentee from Ghana’s 26-man squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia. His exclusion comes after a difficult spell, which saw him struggle to secure a regular spot in the team. The reasons behind his omission are not immediately clear. Sibo's absence may provide an opportunity for other players to step up and make an impact.
The Black Stars have been preparing for the upcoming matches, and the team is expected to be in top form. The squad features a blend of experience and youth, with a good mix of defensive and attacking players. The team's strategy and tactics will be crucial in determining the outcome of the matches. Ghana will be looking to make a strong impression against Somalia and secure a positive result.
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers are heating up, and Ghana will be looking to make a strong statement against Somalia. The team's performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial in determining their chances of qualifying for the tournament. With a strong squad and good preparation, Ghana will be looking to secure a positive result and take a step closer to qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Key points
- Jordan Ayew and Mohammed Kudus have been recalled to the Ghana squad for the Somalia double-header.
