2027 AFCONQ: Baba Rahman withdraws from Black Stars squad over injury concerns
Ghana have suffered another setback ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, with defender Abdul Rahman Baba ruled out of the upcoming international window. The PAOK left-back reported to Black Stars camp and underwent an assessment by the team’s medical staff. However, checks confirmed that Baba is not fit to feature in […]
Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying squad has faced another blow with left-back Abdul Rahman Baba withdrawing due to injury concerns. The PAOK player reported to the Black Stars camp for an assessment, but tests revealed he is unfit to play in the opening AFCON qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia. This latest withdrawal adds to a series of absences for head coach Carlos Queiroz as Ghana prepares for crucial Group C matches.
Alidu Seidu, who recently joined French club OGC Nice on loan, has also withdrawn from the squad, further limiting the Black Stars’ defensive options. Already missing key players such as Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, and Antoine Semenyo, Ghana begins their qualifying campaign away to Côte d’Ivoire on September 24 at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké.
They will then host The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 27 as they strive to kick off their Group C campaign on a positive note. The Black Stars aim to regain a spot in AFCON after being absent from the 2025 tournament in Morocco, concluding the international window with a friendly against Morocco on October 4 at the Grand Stade de Tanger.
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