Joseph Paintsil, LA Galaxy’s 26-year-old Ghanaian forward, has been ruled out of Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Sudan due to an injury sustained during a weekend match. Paintsil, the second most valuable player for LA Galaxy, is now in doubt for the club’s upcoming clash with Houston Dynamo on October 19, 2024.

The injury, which forced Paintsil to be substituted during LA Galaxy’s match, has raised concerns for both club and country. Ghana’s Football Association awaits further updates on his condition before determining his availability for the AFCON qualifiers. For LA Galaxy, his potential absence could significantly impact their push to retain the top spot in the Western Conference, especially as the season nears its end.