When Kwasi Sibo trained with the number 15 jersey in his first Black Stars training before his debut against Mali on Monday, September 8, 2025, it was more than just a squad number. That shirt carried a piece of family history.
In 2019, his elder brother Simon Sibo wore the very same number when he represented Ghana’s U-23 side, the Black Meteors.
Simon’s own journey began in the Ghana Premier League with Liberty Professionals, where he quickly made a name for himself.
He marked his debut in 2016 with a goal in a 5–1 win over Ashanti Gold and, within a few seasons, had established himself as one of Liberty’s best.
In 2019, he was handed the captain’s armband and led the club through the GFA Normalization Committee Special Competition, scoring five goals and attracting interest from Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko.
That performance earned him a move abroad, first to Vitória Guimarães B in Portugal, later to Esperança de Lagos, and now with Sliema Wanderers in Malta.
My team told me there was a fault with Ghana’s goal – Mali coach Tom Saintfiet
Though his career path has been quieter in recent years, Simon remains a seasoned professional, remembered for his leadership and resilience.
Now, the spotlight is firmly on his younger brother. Kwasi’s call-up to the Black Stars came late, after Elisha Owusu’s suspension and Ibrahim Sulemana’s injury opened a space in Otto Addo’s midfield.
Many might have expected him to simply fill a gap, but instead, Kwasi seized the opportunity to shine.
Against Mali, he partnered Thomas Partey in midfield and delivered the kind of debut that earned instant praise.
Otto Addo himself described him as a “warrior,” impressed by his confidence, work rate, and ability to slot seamlessly into the team.
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Meanwhile, watch the post-match conferences of Otto Addo, Tom Saintfiet and highlights of Ghana vs Mali game
