As Ghana approaches the decisive final two matches in Group F of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, reports suggest that several local players are likely to earn call-ups to the Black Stars squad.
The national team will assemble next week in preparation for back-to-back fixtures against Angola and Niger. Currently, the Black Stars face a precarious situation in Group F, where they sit third with just two points from four games—two losses and two draws. This poor standing has left Ghana on the brink of missing out on the AFCON tournament set for next year in Morocco.
With this daunting reality, many fans and analysts have begun to doubt the team’s chances of qualifying, and there is mounting pressure on head coach Otto Addo to bring in fresh local talent to revitalize the squad.
In the previous call-up, Addo included two local players—goalkeeper Frederick Asare and defender Isaac Afful. Now, sources indicate he may expand his selection to include up to five home-based players for the upcoming international break, hoping to inject new energy and creativity into the lineup.
Otto Addo is expected to announce his 25-man squad for the Angola and Niger matches on Friday, November 8. Given the urgent need for positive results, all eyes will be on the squad selection and the potential impact of these local players on Ghana’s AFCON qualifying hopes.
These upcoming fixtures mark a critical moment for the Black Stars, as they strive to keep their AFCON 2025 dreams alive.
