Ghana U-23 head coach Ibrahim Tanko has named a provisional 29-man squad for camping ahead of the U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco.
Despite initially initing 22 local-based players who had been camping at the Ghanaman Centre of Excellence for the AFCON tournament, seven of those players have been dropped with 14 foreign-based players added as the team continues preparations.
Felix Afena-Gyan is not in the squad after initially turning down an invitation for the previous assignment in the qualifiers.
In addition to the aforementioned players, there are several other talented Black Stars players who secured their spots in the squad. One notable inclusion is Ranford-Yeboah Konigsdorffer, a skillful winger currently playing for Hamburger SV. Konigsdorffer earned his place in the squad as a replacement for the injured Inaki Williams, showcasing his versatility and potential impact on the team.
Joining Konigsdorffer in the squad are Ernest Nuamah, a forward who plies his trade with Nordjaelland, and Kamaldeen Sulemana, another promising talent. Nuamah’s inclusion is a testament to his impressive performances on the field, while Sulemana’s selection highlights his potential as a rising star in Ghanaian football.
These players have demonstrated their abilities and earned their places in the Black Stars squad through their consistent performances and contributions to their respective teams. Their presence in the squad adds depth and diversity to the team’s attacking options, showcasing the depth of talent available in Ghanaian football.
With their skills, determination, and dedication, players like Konigsdorffer, Nuamah, and Sulemana have the opportunity to make a significant impact in upcoming matches. Their inclusion in the squad reflects the coaching staff’s belief in their abilities and their potential to contribute to the team’s success.
As the Black Stars prepare for their upcoming fixtures, the inclusion of these players adds excitement and anticipation to the squad. Their presence alongside established stars further strengthens the team’s overall composition and increases the competition for starting positions, ensuring that only the best players will represent Ghana on the international stage.
Ghanaian football fans will eagerly await the performances of Konigsdorffer, Nuamah, Sulemana, and their fellow Black Stars teammates, as they aim to make a significant impact and help lead the national team to success in the upcoming matches.
Ghana is in Group A, along with Morocco, Guinea, and Congo. The team is aiming to bounce back to the Olympic Games through the tournament having missed out on the last four editions.
U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be staged in Morocco between June 24 and July 8, 2023.
The Black Meteors leave Accra on Monday, June 12, 2023, for Cairo, where they will camp for two weeks playing some preparatory matches before the competition.
Here is the list of the squad
Source – 3news.com
