AFCON 2027Q: Ghana will face Ivory Coast, Gambia unscathed – Sports Minister
The Black Stars will be tested in their Group C opener against Côte d'Ivoire at the Stade de la Paix in Bouake on 24 September before facing The Gambia five days later at the Accra Sports stadium.
Ghana's Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Iddie Adams, remains confident about his country's prospects in the 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, despite the absence of key players. The high-profile players, including captain Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, Mohammed Kudus, and Thomas Partey, are not present for the tournament.
The Black Stars are set to kick off their group campaign against Côte d'Ivoire at the Stade de la Paix in Bouake on September 24th. Later, they will face The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium just five days later. Coach Carlos Queiroz had to make late call-ups to replace the missing players. Adams expresses his belief in the team's ability to secure good results in both matches.
He expects the team to either draw or win both games, aiming for a triumphant return to the continental showpiece following their absence in the previous edition.
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