As Ghana’s Black Stars gear up for the pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar, head coach Otto Addo has unveiled a squad blending seasoned professionals with emerging talents. The team is set to face Chad at home on March 21, 2025, before traveling to Madagascar for the away fixture on March 24, 2025.

Notable Inclusions:

Jerry Afriyie: The 18-year-old sensation from Sunyani-based Thoughts FC has earned his spot following a remarkable debut where he scored against Niger. His performances at the U-20 level and in domestic competitions have caught the eye of the national selectors.

Majeed Ashimeru: After recovering from a muscle injury, the Anderlecht midfielder returns to the national fold, ready to bolster Ghana’s midfield options.

Notable Exclusions:

Andre Ayew: The 36-year-old captain has been omitted from the squad, signaling a potential shift in leadership dynamics within the team.

Squad List:

Goalkeepers:

Lawrence Ati-Zigi (St. Gallen)

Richard Ofori (Orlando Pirates)

Danlad Ibrahim (Asante Kotoko)

Defenders:

Tariq Lamptey (Brighton & Hove Albion)

Gideon Mensah (AJ Auxerre)

Daniel Amartey (Leicester City)

Alexander Djiku (Strasbourg)

Razak Simpson (Nations FC)

Nathaniel Adjei (FC Lorient)

Midfielders:

Thomas Partey (Arsenal)

Majeed Ashimeru (Anderlecht)

Mohammed Kudus (Ajax)

Abdul Salis Samed (RC Lens)

Emmanuel Antwi (Asante Kotoko)

Forwards:

Jordan Ayew (Crystal Palace)

Inaki Williams (Athletic Bilbao)

Joseph Paintsil (Genk)

Kamaldeen Sulemana (Southampton)

Ernest Nuamah (FC Nordsjaelland)

Kwasi Okyere Wriedt (Holstein Kiel)

Jerry Afriyie (Thoughts FC)

The blend of youth and experience in this squad reflects Ghana’s ambition to secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup. Fans eagerly await these fixtures, hopeful that the Black Stars will shine brightly on their path to qualification.