Ghana winger Ernest Nuamah remains optimistic that the Black Stars can still secure qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations despite suffering defeats in their opening two qualifying matches.
The four-time African champions find themselves in a difficult position after consecutive losses to Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia left them rooted to the bottom of Group C without a point.
The disappointing start has increased the pressure on the Black Stars, who must secure positive results in their upcoming double-header against Somalia to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Despite the setbacks, Nuamah believes Ghana have the quality and character to turn things around and return to winning ways.
Reflecting on the team’s struggles, the Olympique Lyon winger urged Ghanaians not to lose faith in the national team.
“At the end of the day, we’re still Ghana. We’ll come back like before.”
Nuamah’s message comes at a crucial time as the Black Stars prepare for two must-win encounters under interim head coach Kim Lars Björkegren, who takes charge following the departure of Carlos Queiroz.
Ghana will host Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium on Thursday, November 12, before facing the East Africans again four days later in another decisive qualifier.
Victories in both fixtures would significantly revive Ghana’s chances of reaching the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
The Black Stars are determined to avoid missing back-to-back AFCON tournaments after failing to qualify for the 2025 finals in Morocco—their first absence from the competition since 2004.
Nuamah’s words have provided a timely boost to supporters, with the talented winger convinced that Ghana’s rich football tradition and fighting spirit can inspire another remarkable comeback in the race for qualification.
