Ghana’s national football team coach, Otto Addo, has announced a 25-man squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Sudan.
The squad selection reflects a balanced mix of experienced players and fresh talent as Ghana aims to secure a spot in the 2024 AFCON tournament.
Several key players, including seasoned professionals, have been named in the squad. They bring experience and leadership to the team, which is expected to boost Ghana’s chances in the crucial qualifiers.
Coach Otto Addo has also introduced some young, in-form players to strengthen the squad. Promising talents like Mohammed Kudus and Kamaldeen Sulemana are expected to add creativity and energy to the team’s attack.
With a focus on strengthening the defence, Addo has called up solid defenders such as Daniel Amartey and Alexander Djiku to secure the backline. The team will need a strong defensive unit to handle Sudan’s offensive threats.
The goalkeeper department sees Joseph Wollacott and Richard Ofori return to the squad. Both goalkeepers are in fine form for their respective clubs. They are expected to compete for the starting position in the AFCON qualifiers.
The matches against Sudan are critical for Ghana’s hopes of qualifying for the 2024 AFCON. With several competitive teams in the qualifying group, Coach Otto Addo has emphasized the importance of fielding a strong and balanced team. Ghana will be looking to secure maximum points from the two-legged encounter to cement their place in the tournament.
With this 25-man squad, Otto Addo is optimistic about Ghana’s chances in the AFCON qualifiers. The team’s blend of youth and experience is expected to provide tactical versatility and depth in the upcoming matches against Sudan.
Ghana’s fans will be hopeful that the Black Stars can deliver a strong performance and secure their qualification for AFCON 2024.
The upcoming game will be hosted at the Accra Sports Stadium on Thursday (10 October) before heading to Libya for the reverse fixture at the Martyrs of Benina Stadium in Benina on Tuesday (15 October).
Squad List:
Goalkeepers:
Joseph Wollacott
Richard Ofori
Abdul Manaf Nurudeen
Defenders:
Daniel Amartey
Alexander Djiku
Gideon Mensah
Denis Odoi
Alidu Seidu
Joseph Aidoo
Baba Rahman
Midfielders:
Thomas Partey
Mohammed Kudus
Iddrisu Baba
Elisha Owusu
Daniel Kofi Kyereh
Abdul Fatawu Issahaku
Forwards:
Jordan Ayew
Kamaldeen Sulemana
Antoine Semenyo
Inaki Williams
Benjamin Tetteh
Felix Afena-Gyan
Abdul Majeed Waris
