Numerous key players are missing from the Black Stars squad for the game
The Black Stars technical team are expected to field a strong side for the game against South Korea in the Kirin Challenge Cup on November 18, 2025.
Some key players, including Antoine Semenyo, Mohammed Salisu, and Abu Francis, have departed camp to join their respective clubs due to injury concerns.
Lawrence Ati-Zigi of St. Gallen is expected to start in goal to provide safe hands.
At center-back, Kojo Oppong Peprah of OGC Nice will pair with Derrick Kohn, who plays for Union Berlin in Germany.
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Caleb Yirenkyi is expected to occupy the right-back position, while Gideon Mensah will take the left-back role to support the center-backs and contribute to the attack when necessary.
In midfield, Real Oviedo’s Kwasi Sibo is expected to retain his position as defensive midfielder.
He will be joined by Christopher Baah Bonsu and Kamaldeen Sulemana, who will play the central and attacking roles.
In attack, Medeama SC’s Kelvin Nkrumah could be handed his debut and will partner with Prince Adu Kwabena.
Coventry City forward Brandon Thomas-Asante will lead the line as the main striker.
Likely Starting XI: Ati-Zigi, Derrick Kohn, Gideon Mensah, Kojo Oppong Peprah, Kwasi Sibo, Baah Bonsu, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Adu Kwabena, Prince Osei Owusu, Kelvin Nkrumah.
The players will be looking to bounce back from their 2-0 defeat against Japan and secure a respectable result to prove their worth.
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