Mon Nov 18 15:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Ghana’s Black Stars to Field Experimental Lineup in Final AFCON Qualifier
**Accra, Ghana –** Ghana’s Black Stars will field a largely experimental lineup for their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Niger today, November 18, 2024, at the Accra Sports Stadium (kick-off 16:00 GMT). With Ghana already eliminated from the tournament, coach Otto Addo is using the match as an opportunity to evaluate players ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Several changes are expected from the usual starting eleven. Hamburger SV’s Ransford Yeboah Königsdorffer is poised for a second start, potentially leading the attack in the absence of the injured Jordan Ayew. Goalkeeper Manaf Nurudeen will likely start, supported by a backline of Kingsley Schindler, Razak Simpson, and Ebenezer Annan. A new midfield pairing of Abu Francis and Forson Amankwah will replace Ibrahim Sulemana and Elisha Owusu. Upfront, Ernest Nuamah and Osman Bukari will occupy the wings, with Mohammed Kudus playing in a supporting role behind the striker.
The full anticipated starting eleven is: Abdul Manaf Nurudeen; Kingsley Schindler, Terry Yegbe, Razak Simpson, Ebenezer Annan; Abu Francis, Forson Amankwah; Ernest Nuamah, Mohammed Kudus, Osman Bukari; Ransford Yeboah Königsdorffer. The match is considered a formality given Ghana’s early exit from the AFCON qualifiers.
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