{
  "id": 6759765,
  "title": "Black Stars Have ‘No Business’ Missing 2027 AFCON – Afriyie",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/black-stars-have-no-business-missing-2027-afcon-afriyie",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T12:58:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/black-stars-have-no-business-missing-2027-afcon-afriyie/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former GFA vice-president George Afriyie has expressed concern over Ghana's Black Stars failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Speaking to Graphic Sports, Afriyie stated that the Black Stars have \"no business\" missing the tournament, emphasizing the importance of their performance in the upcoming qualifiers.\n\nGhana will kick off their Group C campaign away to Côte d’Ivoire in Bouaké on September 24, followed by a home match against The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium three days later. Completing the four-team group is Somalia. Afriyie believes Ghana should comfortably secure at least the second spot in the group, despite the presence of the top-tier Côte d’Ivoire.\n\nThe former GFA official also urged the association to ensure the Black Stars' management structure is fully operational and prepared for the qualifiers. Afriyie stressed the significance of a full Black Stars Management Committee being active, focusing on qualification, logistics, and timely player call-ups.\n\nThe opening match against Côte d’Ivoire will serve as a crucial test for Carlos Queiroz, who has been retained as the Black Stars coach following Ghana's 2026 World Cup campaign. Ghana last reached the World Cup knockout stage in 2010 under Queiroz's leadership. The Black Stars missed the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, ending a streak of 10 consecutive appearances at the tournament. They now aim to make an immediate return to Africa's premier international competition.",
  "summary": "Black Stars starting team Former Ghana Football Association vice-president George Afriyie says the Black Stars have “no business” failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Ghana Read More... The post Black Stars Have ‘No Business’ Missing 2027 AFCON – Afriyie appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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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."
}