Black Stars Arrive in Morocco for World Cup Qualifier Against Madagascar
The Ghanaian national football team, the Black Stars, has landed in Morocco ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Madagascar. Following their dominant win over Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, the team is eager to continue their strong form in Group I. The match is set to take place at the Al Hoceima Grand Stadium on Monday. A 23-man squad, accompanied by the coaching and technical staff, departed from Accra early Saturday morning at 10:30 GMT and arrived at Acharif Alidrissi Airport in Al Hoceima by 16:16 GMT. The delegation is led by Dr. Randy Abbey, the Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, alongside Vice Chairman Stephen Appiah. Adding to the excitement, Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan is also part of the traveling team, lending his experience and support to the squad.
The squad for the match consists of three goalkeepers—Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Benjamin Asare, and Joseph Wollacott—who will be crucial in maintaining a solid defense. The defensive lineup includes Gideon Mensah, Ebenezer Annan, Kingsley Schindler, Kamaradini Mamudu, Alexander Djiku, Mohammed Salisu, Razak Simpson, Jonas Adjetey, and Jerome Opoku, all expected to play key roles in securing a strong backline against Madagascar. In midfield, Ghana boasts notable players such as Thomas Partey, Lawrence Agyekum, Abu Francis, and Mohammed Kudus, who will aim to control the game’s tempo and create scoring opportunities. The attack is led by a mix of experienced and emerging talents, including Ernest Nuamah, Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, Jerry Afriyie, Kamal Deen Sulemana, and Christopher Bonsu Baah, who will be tasked with breaking through the Madagascar defense and finding the back of the net.
The highly anticipated fixture is scheduled to kick off at 19:00 GMT, with fans eagerly awaiting another strong performance from the Black Stars. The team will be looking to build on their recent success and strengthen their position in Group I as they work towards qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With a well-balanced squad and the presence of seasoned football figures such as Asamoah Gyan, expectations are high for a positive outcome. The coaching staff, led by Otto Addo, has expressed confidence in the team’s preparation and ability to secure a win. As Ghana gears up for this crucial match, supporters back home and across the world will be hoping for another victory to keep the Black Stars on course for a successful qualification campaign.
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