Ghana coach Otto Addo has included three home-based players in his squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
For the first time in 2024, the Black Stars will regroup as they prepare for their crucial matchday five and six fixtures. Following their disappointment in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers, Ghana is eager to get back on track in the World Cup qualification campaign.
The Black Stars will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 21 before traveling to Morocco to face Madagascar on March 24, 2024.
Otto Addo has named a strong 23-man squad for these must-win encounters, with only three players from the Ghana Premier League making the final list.
Local Players in the Squad
Hearts of Oak captain Benjamin Asare has received his first-ever call-up to the Black Stars after an outstanding season. The 32-year-old goalkeeper has been instrumental for his club, which currently sits third in the Ghana Premier League. He has played 18 matches, conceding just seven goals while keeping an impressive 12 clean sheets.
Medeama defender Kamaradini Mamudu returns to the national team following his brilliant performances in the domestic league. The 22-year-old has been a standout performer, scoring four goals and providing two assists in 17 league appearances this season.
Razak Simpson of Nations FC retains his spot in the squad after an impressive debut in November. The young defender delivered top-class performances against Sudan and Niger, earning widespread praise in the media. This season, he has played 17 matches for Nations FC, contributing two goals.
With Ghana currently tied on nine points with Group I leaders Comoros, securing maximum points in these fixtures will be crucial for their World Cup qualification hopes.
