Derrick Kohn - Black Stars Player
Ghanaians on social media have reacted after defender Derrick Köhn was left out of the Black Stars provisional squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Coach Carlos Queiroz recently named his squad for Ghana’s pre-World Cup camp and the Union Berlin left-back was one of the notable absentees.
Following the squad announcement, several fans took to X to question the decision, with many recalling Köhn’s impressive performance for Ghana during the international friendly against Germany.
The defender earned praise after providing an assist and putting up an energetic display against the four-time world champions in March.
Some supporters shared clips of his performance and wondered why he was dropped despite showing quality on the left side of defence.
“Derrick Köhn was one of our best players against Germany. Why was he omitted?” one fan posted on X.
Köhn, who switched nationality to represent Ghana, made his Black Stars debut during the recent international friendlies and quickly became a fan favourite.
Derrick Kohn, Joseph Paintsil dropped as Carlos Queiroz names 28-man squad for the World Cup
The 27-year-old currently plays for Bundesliga side FC Union Berlin after previous stints with Galatasaray S.K. and Hannover 96.
Meanwhile, the Black Stars continue preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as fans eagerly await the final squad for the tournament.
Checkout some of the reactions to the Black Stars call-up in the post below:
PAH/JE
I feel bad for Derrick Kohn
— JÓNÁ$-RÍCHMÂN💰 💙❤️ (@JMBILLGATES) May 26, 2026
🇬🇭 Derrick Köhn’s situation is a tough one to ignore.
— SPORTSworldGhana.com (@sportworldghana) May 26, 2026
The left-back reportedly answered Ghana’s call-up, travelled from Hamburg to Berlin to collect his belongings and boots, and prepared to join camp, only to later discover he had been omitted from the squad announced on social… pic.twitter.com/Ek7UnJ8uJx
Michel Köhn, the brother of Derrick Köhn, speaks on the nationality switch rumours. #3Sports pic.twitter.com/ZDhL6zX6e9
— #3Sports (@3SportsGh) May 26, 2026
You've got to feel sorry for Derrick Köhn.
— Joseph Ayinga-Walter (@AyingaWalter) May 26, 2026
The left-back reportedly received a call to join Ghana’s camp, travelled from Hamburg to Berlin to get his personal belongings and boots, and went through the process, only to discover hours later that he had been left out of the squad… pic.twitter.com/dbTcXNiTyg
🇬🇭 FAMILY SPEAKS OUT! Michel Köhn, the brother of Union Berlin defender Derrick Köhn, has addressed the recent rumors surrounding an international nationality switch.
— Jasper Ziggle 🥷🇬🇭 🇺🇸 (@JasperZiggle) May 26, 2026
With speculation mounting over the German-born left-back's long-term international allegiance, the family has… pic.twitter.com/ZNbPg3ONgi
🚨If we are honest, Derrick Kohn & Baba Rahman should be our left-backs at the World Cup 😤
— Listowel Mensah, MBA (@Listo_Mens) May 25, 2026
No Derrick kohn?
— Hayzay (@differenthayzay) May 26, 2026
The TL is confidently saying Derrick Arthur Köhn is not fully switched from Germany to 🇬🇭 Ghana.
— Gary Al-Smith (@garyalsmith) May 26, 2026
According to the player himself, he is. Unless he was lied to. pic.twitter.com/XJM860bWl5
Derrick Kohn is worth the call up more than Abdul Baba Rahman.
— Phoebe🏴💙🤍 (@NanaYaowBoadu_) May 26, 2026
Thank you, @KinaataGh . Why is Abdul Baba Rahman replacing Derrick Kohn? It can’t happen, Mr. Kurt. Please, change and bring back Afena Gyan, Joseph Paintsil and Kohn. Why should they play to qualify then afterwards take their positions from them?
— Phoebe🏴💙🤍 (@NanaYaowBoadu_) May 26, 2026
Spare a thought for Derrick Kohn tonight 💔 pic.twitter.com/St6HVJ3c7l
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) May 25, 2026
Hearing that the GFA failed to complete Derrick Kohn’s nationality switch on time 😹😹😹.
— Coach Vilanova📰🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭 (@ayitey_derrick) May 25, 2026
Whatever the real story is, trust me, they knew exactly what they were doing.
Derrick Kohn.
— Jaywhyt (@Jaywhyt1) May 26, 2026
They rather brought in Baba Rahman. No disrespect to Baba but come on blackstars
Where is Derrick Kohn???
— Edd🧚🏽♀️🇬🇭 (@Plus___233) May 26, 2026
I think we need to be patient, it is said 28man squad not final squad for world cup however I think Derrick Kohn needs a call up. The rest are ok in my view@ghanafaofficial
— Gideon Mensah Essien (@Gidimess) May 26, 2026
Baba Rahman over Derrick Kohn in 2026? Picked players coming off big injuries over Joseph Paintsil? Our football will perish for a long time.
— Coach Sammy (@Baah1K) May 26, 2026
Derrick Kohn played his heart out against Germany yet he was overlooked 💔🥲
— abotsi🇬🇭❤️ (@lester_okrah) May 25, 2026
no disrespect to Baba Rahman but you can’t decide when and how you play for the national team!!!! pic.twitter.com/NJwmoDodPR
Baba Rahman in Big 2026? Are we even serious even if is a friendly match 😒😒😒where is Derrick kohn?
— FCB_warrior❤️💙 (@Mronlord99) May 25, 2026
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