Interim Black Stars coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has recalled captain Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus and Daniel Kofi Kyereh for Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia.
The trio are included in a 26-man squad that combines established internationals, overseas-based players and emerging talent from the Ghana Premier League.
Ayew is back after missing last month’s qualifiers against Cote d’Ivoire and The Gambia because of a groin injury. Kudus also returns after injury ruled him out of Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, while the player has not represented the Black Stars at any point this year.
Kyereh’s selection is his first Ghana call-up in four years. The midfielder has been unavailable since suffering an injury in December 2022.
Bjorkegren has also recognised a number of domestic performances by handing opportunities to FC Samartex left-back Isaac Afful, Asante Kotoko midfielder Musa Hamzata and Medeama SC pair Etse Dogli and Emmanuel Annor.
The squad includes a further group of players currently based outside Ghana. They are Coventry City’s Caleb Yirenkyi, Thomas Partey of Al Shabab, Rahim Ibrahim of Slovan Bratislava and Prince Adu Kwabena of Viktoria Plzen.
Ghana have already opened camp in Accra in preparation for the two matches. The first meeting with Somalia will take place on Thursday, November 12, at the Sekondi Sports Stadium.
The Black Stars will then travel for the return fixture on Monday, November 16.
The double-header gives Bjorkegren the chance to assess his options as Ghana continue their qualifying campaign. The team will also be aiming to build momentum in their pursuit of a place at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Ayew’s return strengthens the squad with its captain available again, while Kudus provides another significant attacking option after his absence from Ghana’s fixtures this year. Kyereh’s inclusion also marks his return to the international set-up following his extended period on the sidelines.
