In a bold move ahead of the decisive Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Ghana’s head coach, Otto Addo, has placed faith in local talent by calling up three Ghana Premier League standouts. The squad announcement for the Black Stars’ pivotal clashes against Angola and Niger includes Samartex defender Isaac Afful, Asante Kotoko midfielder Emmanuel Antwi, and Nations FC’s Razak Simpson, each set to make an impact on the national stage.

Isaac Afful, a returning member of the squad from the October qualifiers against Sudan, has been a consistent presence in the backline. Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko’s midfield powerhouse, Emmanuel Antwi, has enjoyed a stellar season, demonstrating reliability by playing every game and even notching a goal as Kotoko continues to battle for league supremacy. Making his international debut, Razak Simpson from Nations FC has been a defensive force, clocking 790 minutes in nine games, leading his team to five clean sheets and second place in the league standings.

These players will bolster Ghana’s squad as they prepare for must-win matches against Angola on November 15 and Niger on November 18. Ghana must secure victories in both games to keep their qualification hopes alive, with fingers crossed for Sudan to stumble in their own fixtures.