{
  "id": 19629356,
  "title": "2027 AFCONQ: Ghana v Somalia preview",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/2027-afconq-ghana-v-somalia-preview",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T08:53:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/2027-afconq-ghana-v-somalia-preview/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana Football Association has parted ways with Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, appointing Kim Lars Bjorkegren as interim coach for the 2027 AFCONQ. Ghana, currently under pressure following two recent defeats, will host Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium on Thursday. Both teams are desperate for a positive result after suffering losses in their first two matches of Group C. Ghana's recent string of losses, including a 4-2 defeat to The Gambia, has resulted in a winless run of eight matches in AFCON qualifiers. This has raised concerns about Ghana's qualification hopes, with Bjorkegren tasked with restoring confidence and getting the campaign back on track. For Somalia, the match presents an opportunity to revive their qualification ambitions and continue their pursuit of a maiden appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations. The Ocean Stars have struggled to make an impact since their initial qualification, but they showed encouraging signs in their previous match against the defending African champions. Ghana's squad has seen changes, with several familiar faces returning. Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, and Mohammed Kudus have been recalled, while Bilal Njie is expected to lead the Somalia attack. The match is crucial for both teams as they strive to secure a positive result in Group C.",
  "summary": "Ghana will be desperate to revive their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign when they host Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium on Thursday, with both sides chasing their first points in Group C. The Black Stars head into the encounter under pressure after losing their opening two matches against Ivory Coast and […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}