Otto Addo Names 23-Man Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Against Chad & Madagascar

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has announced a 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.

The squad, led by captain Jordan Ayew, includes three home-based players:

• Benjamin Asare (Accra Hearts of Oak)
• Kamaradini Mamudu (Medeama SC)
• Razak Simpson (Nations FC)

Key Inclusions & Returns

• Thomas Partey (Arsenal) returns after missing four of Ghana’s AFCON qualifiers last year. The midfielder, with over 50 appearances, brings valuable experience.
• Kamal Deen Sulemana (Southampton FC) makes a comeback after recovering from an injury.
• Jerry Afriyie (CD Lugo) retains his spot after impressing in the match against Niger in November.
• Christopher Bonsu Baah (Genk) gets a call-up. The left-footed right-winger, who can also play as an attacking midfielder, started at Accra Shooting Stars before moving to Sarpsborg 08 in Norway and later Genk in July 2023.

Black Stars’ Fixture Schedule

• Training Camp: Begins on Monday, March 17, 2025.
• Match vs. Chad: Friday, March 21, 2025 at Accra Sports Stadium.
• Match vs. Madagascar: Monday, March 24, 2025 in Morocco.

Current Standings in Group I

• Ghana is currently second in Group I with 9 points from 4 matches, tied with Comoros.
• Their campaign so far:
  1-0 win over Madagascar
  Loss to Comoros
  Victory over Mali
  Win against the Central African Republic

The Black Stars will be aiming for victories in these upcoming matches to boost their qualification hopes.