Francis Abu is in a stable condition - GFA provides update on injured midfielder

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has provided an encouraging update on midfielder Francis Abu after he suffered a serious injury in the Kirin Cup.

The Toulouse star was stretchered off during Ghana’s match against Japan at Toyota Stadium on Friday, appearing to have broken his ankle in the second half. He was replaced by Alidu Seidu.

In an official statement, the GFA confirmed that Abu is now in stable condition following emergency treatment at Toyota Memorial Hospital.

“The Ghana Football Association wishes to inform the public that Francis Abu is in a stable condition following his injury in the Kirin Challenge Cup against Japan on Friday. Abu was fouled by Tanaka Ao early in the second half and received emergency treatment at the stadium before being transported to Toyota Memorial Hospital,” the statement read.

The association added that Ghana’s medical team, working closely with Toulouse FC’s doctor and hospital staff, has formulated a detailed plan for Abu’s ongoing care.

"The Black Stars medical team, led by Dr Prince Pambo, the Toulouse FC team doctor, and doctors at the Toyota Memorial Hospital, have held comprehensive meetings and agreed on the appropriate management plan for the player.

"The Ghana Football Association wishes to thank Ghanaians for their support and outpouring of solidarity during this unfortunate incident. The Association will update the public on the next steps for the player's surgery and recovery plan in the coming hours.

"The Ghana Football Association wishes Francis Abu a speedy recovery," the statement concluded.

On the field, Ghana fell 2-0 to Japan and now turn their focus to a friendly against South Korea on Tuesday, November 18, in Seoul, with kick-off scheduled for 10:00 a.m. local time.