Ransford Yeboah to Replace Jordan: Black Stars probable lineup for final group clash against Niger

Hamburger SV forward Ransford Yeboah Königsdorffer could make his second Black Stars start in the final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Niger today, November 18, 2025.

The game is a formality following Ghana's early exit from the series. As a result, Otto Addo might make significant changes to assess other players as he plans for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in March 2025.

Goalkeeper Manaf Nurudeen could start in goal, with Kingsley Schindler, Razak Simpson, and Ebenezer Annan forming the backline.

Otto Addo is expected to name Abu Francis and Forson Amankwah as his new midfield pivots for the game, replacing Ibrahim Sulemana and Elisha Owusu.

In attack, Ernest Nuamah could start on the right, while Osman Bukari takes the left flank, with Mohammed Kudus playing behind the striker.

Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer might be tasked with leading the line in the absence of Jordan Ayew, who will miss the game due to injury.

The game is scheduled to kick off at 16:00 GMT at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Line up in full:

Abdul Manaf Nurudeen

Kingsley Schindler

Terry Yegbe

Razak Simpson

Ebenezer Annan

Abu Francis

Forson Amankwah

Ernest Nuamah

Mohammed Kudus

Osman Bukari

Ransford Yeboah

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