Ghana's coach, Chris Hughton, is facing a setback as midfielder Majeed Ashimeru is expected to be sidelined for the crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Central African Republic (CAR) next month.
The pivotal qualifying match for Ghana is set to unfold at the Baba Yara Stadium on September 7, and the home team requires only a draw to solidify their berth in the tournament.
Unfortunately, Hughton's plans are marred by uncertainty over Ashimeru's fitness for the game. An ankle injury incurred during Anderlecht's 0-2 loss to Royal Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League's opening weekend has left the central midfielder on the sidelines for the past four league fixtures.
Regrettably, his recuperation timeline does not align with the approaching international fixture.
Adding to Hughton's concerns, Abdul Samed Salis might also be unavailable due to an injury sustained during Lens' Ligue 1 match over the weekend. This compounds the injury-related challenges facing the Black Stars as they brace for the crucial qualifier against CAR.
In spite of these obstacles, the determination of the Black Stars to secure their place in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations remains resolute. The team must navigate these injury setbacks and summon a resolute performance to achieve their objective in the impending match.
