2027 AFCONQ: Black Stars technical team slammed over lack of playing time for local payers against Somalia

Eric Alagidede, the former Nsoatreman FC and Great Olympics General Manager, has criticized the Black Stars technical team for failing to provide playing opportunities to home-based players during their 2-0 win over Somalia. Out of the four outfield players named in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying squad, none made an appearance in the first leg at the Essipong Stadium in Sekondi.

The decision has angered Alagidede, who specifically blamed assistant coaches Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram for their handling of the domestic league players. He questioned the wisdom of inviting local players if they are not given a chance to demonstrate their skills in international matches. Alagidede also expressed concern over the continued inclusion of domestic league players in the national team if they are not going to participate in games.

He questioned what purpose it serves to call these players if they are not going to feature in matches. The next match between Ghana and Somalia is scheduled for Monday, November 16, with the second leg also set to be played at the Essipong Stadium.