Ghana coach Otto Addo has unveiled his squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, with key matches against Angola and Niger on the horizon.
In a notable omission, Black Stars captain Andre Ayew has been left out of the squad. The veteran forward, currently without a club, also missed the last selection.
Stepping up as captain is Arsenal’s Thomas Partey, who will be supported by seasoned players including Jordan Ayew, fresh off a hat-trick performance in his previous appearance.
The squad sees the return of Majeed Ashimeru, who has recovered from injury, alongside Athletic Bilbao’s Inaki Williams. However, injuries have sidelined Ernest Nuamah and Forson Amankwah, with the latter’s absence deemed precautionary despite his injury being less severe than initially feared.
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Ghana is set to face Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi on September 5, 2024, before traveling to Niger for their second Group F match on September 9, 2024.
Full Squad
Goalkeepers: Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Frederick Asare, Joseph Wollacott
Defenders: Alidu Seidu, Tariq Lamptey, Alexander Djiku, Mohammed Salisu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Ebenezer Annan, Kingsley Schindler
Midfielders: Mohammed Kudus, Abu Francis, Thomas Partey, Elisha Owusu, Majeed Ashimeru
Forwards: Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Joseph Paintsil, Ibrahim Osman, Antoine Semenyo, Inaki Williams, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Jordan Ayew
Ghana will be looking to secure crucial points in these fixtures as they continue their journey towards qualifying for the 2025 AFCON tournament.
