Black Stars to depart Nagoya for Seoul today ahead of South Korea friendly game

The Black Stars are set to leave Nagoya for Seoul today as they continue their international window with a friendly against South Korea on Tuesday.

The trip follows Friday morning’s 2-0 defeat to Japan in the Kirin Challenge Cup, a match overshadowed by the serious injury sustained by midfielder Francis Abu.

Head coach Otto Addo will travel with a reduced 21-man squad as a result of the injury to the Toulouse midfielder.

Ghana are expected to hold three training sessions in the South Korean capital before the game on November 18, which kicks off at 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday’s fixture forms a key part of the team’s build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada and the United States.

The Black Stars, who sealed qualification earlier this year, are eager to recover from the setback in Japan and generate momentum heading into next year’s global showpiece.