Black Stars: Eight Players Withdraw from AFCON Qualifiers
As Ghana prepares for crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and Niger, the Black Stars are grappling with significant challenges following the withdrawal of eight key players due to injuries and personal issues.
Among those sidelined is forward Inaki Williams, who suffered a hamstring injury on November 7 and has been unable to train since. His absence is a blow for the team’s attacking options.
Tariq Lampteyis also out, dealing with aggravated calf discomfort that requires rehabilitation with his club.
Jonas Adjetey was on the mend but faced a setback in his last league game on November 9, leaving him unable to participate.
Similarly, Jerome Opoku is struggling with chronic back pain, worsened during a Super Lig match against Besiktas on November 10.
Antoine Semenyo is managing a patella tendon injury caused by a demanding game schedule. His club’s medical team has recommended consulting a specialist during this break to prevent further complications.
Alexander Djiku has aggravated an existing hamstring issue, leading to an early substitution in his recent match.
Ibrahim Osman joins the injury list after suffering a hamstring injury that forced him off at halftime in his last appearance. Lastly, Joseph Painstil has withdrawn for personal reasons.
These unforeseen absences present a significant challenge for Coach Otto Addo, who must now adjust his strategy as the team looks to secure vital points in their quest for qualification for Morocco 2025.
The pressure is on the remaining squad members to step up and fill the gaps left by their injured teammates.
