Expectations of Baba Rahman rejoining the Black Stars have been dashed as he’s excluded from the squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.
The left-back opted out of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations to prioritize club football, a move that paid off with a pivotal role in PAOK’s Greek Super League triumph, tallying six goals and three assists.
Despite his stellar performance, coach Otto Addo’s squad announcement omitted the former Chelsea defender, who, currently vacationing in Ghana, expresses support for the team despite his absence.
Preparations for the upcoming matches commence Thursday with training at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon before traveling to face Mali in Bamako on June 6, followed by a match against the Central African Republic.
The Black Stars seek redemption following recent setbacks, aiming to improve their World Cup qualifiers record after a mixed start with one win and one loss.
