Joseph Opoku, a professional footballer with Belgian side SV Zulte Waregem, has received his first-ever invitation to join the Ghana national team, marking a major breakthrough in his career.
The call-up by the Ghana Football Association highlights the increasing reliance on Ghanaian players developed abroad as part of efforts to strengthen the Black Stars squad with international experience and technical quality.
Opoku’s selection reflects his steady development within the European football system, where he has gained exposure to high-level training, competition, and tactical discipline. His inclusion is seen as part of a broader strategy to blend foreign-trained talent with locally developed players for improved national team performance.
The development also reinforces Ghana’s ongoing engagement with diaspora footballers, as the country continues to scout eligible players across Europe to boost depth and competitiveness.
His call-up is expected to provide him with an opportunity to integrate into the national setup ahead of upcoming international assignments.
