Mohammed Kudus and Kamaldeen Sulemana Arrive in Ghana for Black Stars’ Crucial World Cup Qualifiers
Ghanaian football stars Mohammed Kudus and Kamaldeen Sulemana have touched down in Accra ahead of the Black Stars’ crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Chad and Madagascar. The duo, key players for the national team, were spotted at Kotoka International Airport and are expected to join the rest of the squad in camp today.
Training Schedule and Team Preparations
The Black Stars will begin intensive training on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence, continuing their sessions until Thursday, March 20, 2025. Coach Otto Addo is determined to sharpen his squad’s form as Ghana aims to solidify its position in Group I of the qualifiers.
Kudus and Sulemana’s Current Form
Kamaldeen Sulemana has been a standout performer despite Southampton’s struggles in the English Championship. However, Mohammed Kudus, a star at West Ham United, has yet to hit his peak after returning from suspension. Both players will be eager to make a significant impact and rediscover their best form in these must-win encounters.
Ghana’s Qualification Hopes
The Black Stars currently sit second in Group I, tied on nine points with leaders Comoros. Madagascar follows closely with seven points, while Mali lags behind with just five points. Ghana’s upcoming matches will be decisive in the team’s quest for automatic qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Match Details and Expectations
Ghana will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2025. With the stakes high, Otto Addo’s men must secure victories in both upcoming fixtures to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the prestigious tournament.
The presence of Kudus and Sulemana is expected to boost the squad’s confidence as they prepare to deliver a dominant performance for the nation.
Black Stars Squad
Goalkeepers
Lawrence Ati-Zigi (Fc St. Gallen), Joseph Wollacott (Crawley Town), and Benjamin Asare (Hearts Of Oak).
Defenders
Gideon Mensah (AJ Auxerre)
Ebenezer Annan (Red Star Belgrade), Mohammed Salisu (As Monaco)
Jerome Opoku (Istandul Basaksehir), Alexander Djiku (Fenerbahçe)
Jonas Adjetey (FCBasel)
Razak Simpson (Nations FC)
Kingsley Schindler (Samsunspor), Kamaradini Mamudu (Medeama SC)
Midfielders
Thomas Partey (Arsenal FC)
Elisha Owusu (AJ Auxerre)
Abu Francis (Cercle Brugge)
Kudus Mohammed (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)
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The Black Stars squad has started arriving ahead of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2025.
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