Chris Hughton, Ghana's coach, grapples with squad decisions for the World Cup 2026 Qualifiers against Madagascar and Comoros.

The squad, a four-time African champion, is preparing to face Madagascar and Comoros in Group I this month.

In October, they participated in friendly matches against Mexico and the USA as part of their qualifier preparations. Unfortunately, they experienced a 2-0 loss to the CONCACAF champions and a disappointing 4-0 defeat to the US Men's national team.

Eager to secure their fifth World Cup appearance, the Black Stars are enthusiastic about starting the qualifiers on a positive note.

The first match is scheduled at the Baba Yara Stadium on Friday, November 17, against Madagascar, followed by an encounter with Comoros at the Stade de Moroni on Tuesday, November 21.

Hughton, facing scrutiny, is expected to announce a strong squad for these crucial matches.

Regrettably, the team's deputy captain, Thomas Partey, is likely to be absent due to a muscle injury. Despite not playing for Arsenal since the last two friendly games and an expected sideline until December, he is anticipated to be included in Ghana's squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in January in Cote d'Ivoire.

Reports suggest that Andre Ayew, the team's captain currently without a club, will make the squad list for the double-header. He was omitted from Ghana's squad for the recent friendly games against Mexico and the USA.