The Black Stars of Ghana will learn their group opponents for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on Thursday, July 4, 2024. The 35th edition of the tournament will be hosted by Morocco, taking place between December 2025 and January 2026.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the draw will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa. The qualifying series, set to begin in September 2024, will determine the top 24 nations from the 48 teams competing for Africa’s premier football event.
Ghana will be aiming for a favorable draw to secure their place in the tournament in the North African country. The Black Stars are eager to improve their recent performance, having suffered back-to-back exits in the group stage of the Africa Cup of Nations.
With a rich history in the tournament, Ghana has won the AFCON trophy four times, with their last victory in 1982 in Libya. The team and its supporters are hopeful for a strong showing in the upcoming qualifiers and a successful campaign in Morocco.
Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has spoken out about the decline in form of goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad, who was once hailed as one of the best in the Ghana Premier League.
Danlad's experience at the 2022 World Cup seemed to have a detrimental effect on his performance, both at the club and national team levels.
Despite his promising start, Danlad struggled to maintain his position as the first-choice goalkeeper for Asante Kotoko over the past two seasons, eventually losing his spot to Frederick Asare. This downturn in form culminated in his departure from the club, bringing an end to an eight-year association with the Porcupine Warriors.
Gyan, reflecting on Danlad's journey, remains optimistic about the 21-year-old's future. He believes Danlad has the potential to replicate the success that earned him national team call-ups, including a spot in the Black Stars squad for the 2022 World Cup. In an interview with Wontumi Radio, Gyan offered words of encouragement to the young goalkeeper.
"It's clear to everyone that your form declined since you returned from the World Cup," Gyan said. "Remember all the things that helped you to be successful during your loan spells and becoming the number one at Asante Kotoko. You are still young, and you can achieve more than you have over the years. The sky is your limit."
Former Ghana international, Baffour Gyan, has advised former Asante Kotoko goalkeeper, Danlad Ibrahim, to focus on securing a move abroad after leaving the Porcupine Warriors.
Hearts of Oak coach Aboubakar Ouattara has assured that the team will work hard to return stronger next season after narrowly avoiding relegation last term.
Black Princesses head coach, Yussif Basigi has admitted playing at the world stage is always difficult but are hoping to break their long standing hoodoo of not being able to cross the group phase.
Ghanaian international, Kudus Mohammed has been appointed as the new brand ambassador for TECNO Ghana and was unveiled at their headquarters in Ghana's capital, Accra.
