AFCON 2027Q: Ghana face ‘difficult’ Ivory Coast clash without Kudus – Adebayor
The 26-year-old had to withdraw from Ghana's squad to focus on full recovery, with his place taken by Mohammed Fuseini.
Carlos Queiroz, head coach of Ghana's Black Stars, has emphasized that beating Ivory Coast is the team's most pressing objective as they commence their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign. The Côte d'Ivoire clash is scheduled for September 24 at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké, with Ghana returning to Accra to host The Gambia three days later. After the two qualifiers, Ghana will conclude the international window with a friendly against Morocco on October 4.
The Black Stars are aiming to secure a return to the AFCON following their absence from the 2025 tournament. Queiroz, speaking to reporters in Accra, stated that each new challenge is vital for the team, and the immediate focus should be on winning their next game. He also confirmed the inclusion of nine players in the squad due to injury concerns.
Thomas Partey missed out because of a hamstring issue. The new reinforcements include Jonas Adjetey, Alidu Seidu, Ebenezer Annan, and Rockson Yeboah from the defense, alongside Rahim Ibrahim, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Mohammed Fuseini, Benjamin Tetteh, and Felix Afena-Gyan in midfield and attack.
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