Black Stars head coach, Chris Hughton, has revealed a formidable starting lineup for the upcoming match against Madagascar at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.
The Ghana national team is set to kick off their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign, aiming for an ideal start with a victory over the Barea.
Hughton’s selections include Orlando Pirates goalkeeper, Richard Ofori, taking the goalkeeping position from Lawrence Ati-Zigi.
Ofori’s last competitive appearance for the Black Stars dates back to a September 2022 international friendly against Nicaragua.
In the defensive lineup, Alidu Seidu and Gideon Mensah take on the roles of fullbacks, while Daniel Amartey partners with Nicholas Opoku in central defense.
The midfield trio consists of Mohammed Kudus, Baba Iddrisu Mohammed, and Salis Abdul Samed.
Crystal Palace standout Jordan Ayew, along with Iñaki Williams and Antoine Selorm Semenyo, forms the attacking trio to spearhead Ghana’s efforts.
Team captain Andre Ayew will start the match from the bench.
Ghana’s Starting XI:
