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Mohammed Kudus and Alexander Djiku have been recalled to the Black Stars squad. This comes as head coach Carlos Queiroz announces his 24-player roster for Ghana’s forthcoming AFCON qualifiers.
Black Stars manager Carlos Queiroz has unveiled a 24-player squad for Ghana’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia. Additionally, the squad will play a friendly match against Morocco.
The roster features numerous players from Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Mohammed Kudus makes his return following an injury that sidelined him from the tournament.
Queiroz has also introduced two new additions, recognizing players who have demonstrated excellence in their club competitions.
Kudus rejoins the squad after recuperating from an injury that caused him to miss seven months of competition.
The Tottenham midfielder was absent during Ghana’s World Cup participation. However, he has now been selected as the Black Stars prepare for an intensive international schedule.
Ibrahim Osman from Brighton & Hove Albion and Ibrahim Sulemana from Sassuolo have similarly returned to the squad.
Defender Nathaniel Adjei, based in France, has rejoined the national team following nearly a year of absence.
The Lorient defender receives his recall due to outstanding performances in French Ligue 1.
Alexander Djiku has also been included in the squad. Meanwhile, Jan Gyamerah of SV Elversberg and Ronald Donkor of New York Red Bulls have received invitations following impressive club-level displays.
Benjamin Asare of Accra Hearts of Oak continues in the squad alongside Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang.
Asare participated in Ghana’s 2026 World Cup squad and maintains his position under Queiroz.
Ghana will commence the international window with a 2027 AFCON qualifier against Côte d’Ivoire on Thursday, September 24.
The Black Stars will subsequently host The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday, September 29. Afterwards, they will proceed to Morocco.
Queiroz’s team will compete against the Atlas Lions in a friendly encounter on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
These matches will offer the Portuguese coach an additional opportunity to evaluate his squad. This comes as Ghana prepares for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.