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2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Benjamin Asare maintains spot as Otto Addo names Ghana's starting XI against Madagascar

By Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah
World Cup 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Benjamin Asare maintains spot as Otto Addo names Ghanas starting XI against Madagascar
MON, 24 MAR 2025

Ghana coach, Otto Addo has made two changes to his starting lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Madagascar.

Defender Jerome Opoku and midfielder Abu Francis have been handed starting roles in place of Ernest Nuamah and Inaki Williams in a 3-5-2 system.

Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare maintains his spot in post and will have Alexander Djiku, Mohammed Salisu, and Jerome Opoku in the three-back system.

Kingsley Schindler and Gideon Mensah will operate as wing-backs. Thomas Partey will pair with Francis Abu in the midfield.

The attack is spearheaded by Antoine Semenyo and captain Jordan Ayew, with Mohammed Kudus operating behind them.

The Black Stars go into the game looking to cement their position in Group I after moving top of the table on Friday following the 5-0 win over Chad.

The game against Madagascar is scheduled to kick off at 19:00 GMT at the Grande Stade Al Hoceima in Morocco.

  • Starting squad below:

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Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah
Samuel Ekow Amoasi Appiah

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