Thomas Partey axed from Black Stars Squad in shock move by coach Otto Addo
Thomas Partey
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been excluded from Ghana's squad for the important 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and Niger this month.
Read full articleDespite being fit and playing in Arsenal's recent 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan in the Champions League, his absence has sparked speculation regarding his future with the national team. According to GhanaSoccerNet, head coach Otto Addo made a tactical decision, but this has led to questions about Partey’s dedication to the Black Stars.
Previously, Partey missed a crucial doubleheader against Sudan in October due to health concerns, opting not to travel despite Ghana's request for him to be assessed.
His absence contributed to the team's struggles, as they failed to secure a win, jeopardizing their AFCON aspirations.
Partey's commitment has faced scrutiny before, and his quick return to club action after the October international break intensified the debate. This latest decision by Addo may indicate a significant change in strategy as Ghana aims to secure their AFCON qualification.
Ghana is set to play Angola on November 15 in Luanda, followed by a match against Niger three days later.
The Black Stars need to win both games and hope for Sudan to drop points to qualify for the tournament in Morocco.
The four-time African champions find themselves in a challenging position, requiring a perfect finish in the qualifiers along with favorable outcomes from Sudan's matches.
