Kudus and Ayew return as Björkegren names Black Stars squad for Somalia double-header

Asante Kotoko vice-captain Musa Hamzata expressed pride in his first call-up to the Black Stars, describing it as an emotional moment. The defender, along with four other Ghana Premier League players, was selected for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Somalia. Hamzata credited his elder sister for her unwavering support throughout his football journey, adding that Asante Kotoko has played a major role in his development.

He trained with the Black Stars in Accra before traveling to Sekondi with the squad. Ghana aims to conclude their preparations at the Essipong Sports Stadium before facing Somalia, hoping for their first victory in the qualifying campaign following recent defeats to Ivory Coast and Gambia.