Mohammed Kudus withdraws from Ghana squad for AFCON qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and Gambia
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Tottenham star Mohammed Kudus has chosen to withdraw from Ghana’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, despite securing a spot in Carlos Queiroz’s 24-man Black Stars squad. This development sees the playmaker remove himself from consideration for upcoming continental tournament fixtures. […]
Tottenham star Mohammed Kudus has decided to withdraw from Ghana's upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia. The playmaker has chosen to remain in England to continue his recovery from a quad injury sustained in January. The 26-year-old recently returned to Premier League action, making a crucial assist in a 3-2 loss to Aston Villa.
Kudus previously played in a Carabao Cup match against Liverpool, marking his first start since January. The Ghana Football Association and coach Carlos Queiroz were formally notified of his withdrawal. Kudus' absence delays his return to national duty, as he missed the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign due to fitness issues. Ghana faces Côte d'Ivoire on September 24 and hosts The Gambia on September 29, with an international friendly against Morocco on October 4.
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