Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Forson Amankwah has secured a spot in Ghana coach Otto Addo’s starting lineup for the impending international friendly against Nigeria.
The 21-year-old, who received a last-minute call-up to replace the injured Elisha Owusu, will feature prominently in midfield alongside Baba Iddrisu and Salis Abdul Samed as the Black Stars aim for victory against the Super Eagles.
The highly anticipated match is set to unfold at the Grande de Stade Marrakesh in Morocco at 4 pm, promising a captivating showdown between the two African football powerhouses.
In the absence of Andre Ayew, who begins on the bench, Jordan Ayew assumes the captaincy, leading the team onto the field.
Otto Addo, embarking on his second stint with the senior national soccer team, the Black Stars, steps in for Chris Hughton following Ghana’s underwhelming performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast. With a fresh start under Addo’s guidance, Ghana endeavors to reclaim its supremacy on the continental stage.
The friendly encounter against Nigeria serves as vital preparation for Ghana ahead of imminent competitive engagements, including the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and the 2025 AFCON qualifiers slated for later in the year.
