With just 18 days remaining before Ghana’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar on March 21 and 24, several Black Stars players have been in action across Europe, making headlines with their performances. However, some players may face a race against time to regain fitness ahead of the fixtures.
England
Antoine Semenyo continued his fine form, winning the Man of the Match award for the second consecutive FA Cup game as Bournemouth edged past Wolves on penalties to reach the quarterfinals after a 1-1 draw. Semenyo played a key role in the match before being substituted in extra time.
Brighton defender Tariq Lamptey had a mixed outing in his side’s 2-1 extra-time win over Newcastle in the FA Cup. The 24-year-old received a second yellow card and was sent off, but his team still managed to progress. Despite the setback, Lamptey is enjoying his most consistent run in over a year, having started seven consecutive matches.
Spain
Ghanaian center-back Abdul Mumin suffered an injury in Rayo Vallecano’s 1-1 draw against Sevilla, forcing him off the pitch after just 35 minutes. The extent of his injury remains unclear, and his availability for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers is now in doubt.
Inaki Williams and Athletic Club suffered a setback in La Liga, losing 1-0 to second-placed Atletico Madrid. Meanwhile, defender Joseph Aidoo, who moved to Real Valladolid in search of more playing time, missed their 1-1 draw against Las Palmas and is expected to remain sidelined until late March due to injury.
France (Ligue 1)
Veteran forward André Ayew rolled back the years with a stellar performance, inspiring Le Havre to a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over Lens. The 35-year-old not only provided an assist but also scored his fourth league goal of the season, making him the joint-third highest-scoring Ghanaian in Europe’s top five leagues this season.
What’s Next for the Black Stars?
With the World Cup qualifiers fast approaching, Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton will be closely monitoring his squad. The injuries to Abdul Mumin and Joseph Aidoo could force defensive reshuffles, while the impressive form of Ayew and Semenyo will boost Ghana’s attacking options.
As anticipation builds, the national team is expected to announce its squad in the coming days, with fans eager to see how the Black Stars will line up for these must-win encounters.
Source: myjoyonline.com
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