AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Consider local players for Somalia games-Frimpong Manso
Former Ghana international Frimpong Manso has urged the Black Stars interim technical team to give more locally based players an opportunity in the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Somalia. Ghana will face Somalia in a double-header in the Matchday 3 and 4 fixtures later this month, with the first encounter scheduled […] The post AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Consider local…
Former Ghana international Frimpong Manso has called on the Black Stars interim management to offer more local players a chance in the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Somalia. In a recent interview with Sporty FM, Manso suggested that the present international window provides a perfect opportunity to evaluate players from the Ghana Premier League, especially with certain key foreign-based players facing injury and fitness issues.
He emphasized that incorporating more home-grown talent should not be seen as belittling Somalia, but rather as a chance to bolster the team and recognize players who can contribute meaningfully. Manso also warned the coaching staff against choosing foreign-based players who might lack sufficient fitness or regular club-level playing to make an impact on the Ghana national side.
He believes Ghana can build a strong squad by selecting a considerable number of players from the domestic league and pairing them with foreign-based professionals who are both fit and dedicated to the national team. The interim management, headed by head coach Kim Lars Björkegren, is expected to declare its squad this week before the two matches.
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