Otto Addo Names Strong 23-Man Squad for Ghana’s World Cup Qualifiers
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has unveiled his 23-man squad for Ghana’s crucial FIFA World Cup qualifiers, featuring a blend of experienced stars and exciting new faces.
One of the biggest highlights of the squad is the maiden call-up of Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, who has been in outstanding form in the Ghana Premier League. However, regular shot-stopper Manaf Nurudeen misses out due to injury, with Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Wollacott maintaining their places.
Key Players Return & Fresh Faces Earn Spots
The defensive lineup sees the return of Mohammed Salisu and Alexander Djiku, both of whom were sidelined in previous matches due to injuries. Promising local talents Razak Simpson (Nations FC) and Kamaradini Mamudu (Medeama SC) retain their spots after impressive performances.
In midfield, Arsenal’s Thomas Partey makes his return, alongside in-form Ernest Nuamah (Olympique Lyon) and star playmaker Mohammed Kudus (West Ham United).
The attack is packed with firepower as youngster Jerry Afriyie receives a second senior call-up after scoring in his debut. Kamaldeen Sulemana also makes a return, while Genk’s Christopher Bonsu Baah joins the attacking options. New captain Jordan Ayew leads the frontline, with Inaki Williams and Antoine Semenyo completing the offensive lineup.
Full Black Stars Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Goalkeepers:
- Lawrence Ati-Zigi (FC St. Gallen)
- Joseph Wollacott (Crawley Town)
- Benjamin Asare (Hearts of Oak)
Defenders:
- Gideon Mensah (AJ Auxerre)
- Ebenezer Annan (Red Star Belgrade)
- Mohammed Salisu (AS Monaco)
- Jerome Opoku (Istanbul Basaksehir)
- Alexander Djiku (Fenerbahçe)
- Jonas Adjetey (FC Basel)
- Razak Simpson (Nations FC)
- Kingsley Schindler (Samsunspor)
- Kamaradini Mamudu (Medeama SC)
Midfielders:
- Thomas Partey (Arsenal)
- Elisha Owusu (AJ Auxerre)
- Abu Francis (Cercle Brugge)
- Mohammed Kudus (West Ham United)
- Ernest Nuamah (Olympique Lyon)
Forwards:
- Antoine Semenyo (AFC Bournemouth)
- Kamaldeen Sulemana (Southampton)
- Jordan Ayew (Leicester City)
- Jerry Afriyie (CD Lugo)
- Inaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao)
- Christopher Bonsu Baah (Genk)
Ghana’s World Cup Qualifier Schedule
The Black Stars will kick off their qualification campaign with a home fixture against Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2025. They will then travel to Morocco to face Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025.
With a balanced squad full of talent and experience, Otto Addo will be hoping to lead Ghana to victory in these crucial matches as the Black Stars aim for another FIFA World Cup appearance.
🚨Our Men for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers! 👊🏾📝
🇬🇭 We face Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 21, then take on Madagascar in Morocco on March 24.
The team will assemble on Monday, March 17, 2025, and train for four days before hosting Chad at the Accra Sports… pic.twitter.com/VyZitzGuYS
— 🇬🇭 Black Stars (@GhanaBlackstars) March 14, 2025
SOURCE : DEW360.NET
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