Ghana and Somalia have officially announced their starting lineups ahead of their crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter at the Essipong Sports Stadium.
The Black Stars, under interim head coach Kim Lars Björkegren, head into the Group C fixture knowing that a positive result is essential as they seek to revive their qualification hopes after a disappointing start to the campaign.
Ghana have handed starting roles to several experienced players, with Benjamin Asare taking his place in goal, protected by a defensive unit featuring Alidu Seidu, Caleb Yirenkyi, Jonas Adjetey and Gideon Mensah.
In midfield, Thomas Partey and Mohammed Kudus are among the key figures tasked with controlling proceedings, while Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Felix Afena-Gyan provide attacking options.
Captain Jordan Ayew leads the Black Stars’ attack as Ghana look to make home advantage count against the Ocean Stars.
Meanwhile, Somalia head coach Yusuf Ali Nur has also named his starting eleven, with Ibrahim Ahmed starting in goal.
The Ocean Stars’ lineup features Abel Gigli, Faisal Abubakar, Ali Omar and Mohamed Hassan in defence, while Abdisamad Abdullah and Abdi Sharif are among the players expected to shoulder the midfield responsibilities.
Mubashir Yusus, Sakariya Hassan, Bilal Njie and Musse Jajani complete Somalia’s starting eleven as they prepare to challenge the hosts.
With both teams desperate for points in Group C, the encounter presents a significant test for Ghana, who will be expected to take the initiative against a Somalia side eager to cause an upset.
Ghana Starting XI: Benjamin Asare (GK), Alidu Seidu, Caleb Yirenkyi, Jonas Adjetey, Thomas Partey, Mohammed Salisu, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Jordan Ayew (C), Gideon Mensah, Felix Afena-Gyan, Mohammed Kudus.
Somalia Starting XI: Ibrahim Ahmed (GK), Abel Gigli, Faisal Abubakar, Ali Omar, Mohamed Hassan, Abdisamad Abdullah, Abdi Sharif, Mubashir Yusus, Sakariya Hassan, Bilal Njie, Musse Jajani.
Head Coaches: Kim Lars Björkegren (Ghana) and Yusuf Ali Nur (Somalia).
