By Emmanuel Bamfo 
Following a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Ivory Coast in Bouaké, technical handlers of the Black Stars are preparing crucial squad changes. Head coach Carlos Queiroz faces intense pressure to retool his starting lineup ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifier against Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Several starter regulars delivered shaky performances during the opening fixture. Fans across Ghana are now calling for bold selection choices to secure three vital points on home soil.
Midfielder Kwasi Sibo remains under heavy public spotlight after managing just 38 touches and zero duels won across 90 minutes. His inability to shield the defensive backline exposed Ghana to constant Ivorian counter-attacks throughout the match.
Winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku also endured a rough outing, losing possession 11 times and giving away a second-half penalty. Meanwhile, young attacker Christopher Bonsu Baah struggled to impact the flank before his 64th-minute substitution.
In goal, Lawrence Ati-Zigi faces fresh competition despite not taking sole blame for Malick Yalcouyé’s long-range opener. Ghana Premier League sensation Benjamin Asare is pressing hard in technical training sessions for an official starting nod.
Technical handlers may also start forward Brandon Thomas-Asante on the wing while deploying Felix Afena-Gyan upfront. Giving energetic players an early start could supply the home team with vital urgency against Gambia.
Ghana sits bottom of Group C with zero points, making the Accra Sports Stadium encounter a mandatory victory. Taking all three points keeps national qualification ambitions firmly on track.
Coach Queiroz and his backroom staff must finalize their selection choices before kickoff. Ghanaian football supporters expect a spirited, disciplined response from whichever eleven players take the field.
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Source: Ghana News Page