Mohammed Kudus has returned to the Black Stars squad after missing Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign through injury.

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has included the midfielder in a 24-man squad for this month’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, as well as the international friendly against Morocco.

Kudus missed the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States after an injury kept him out for seven months. He has now recovered and is back in the national team as Ghana begins preparations for the upcoming fixtures.

Queiroz announced the squad on September 18 through an official release by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).

The squad also features several players who were part of Ghana’s World Cup campaign, while two players have received their first call-ups.

Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare retains his place alongside Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang.

Nathaniel Adjei also returns to the squad after nearly a year away from the national team, following his strong performances for French Ligue 1 side Lorient.

SV Elversberg’s Jan Gyamerah and New York Red Bulls’ Ronald Donkor have earned their first call-ups after impressing for their respective clubs.

Brighton and Hove Albion forward Ibrahim Osman and Sassuolo midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana have also been recalled by Queiroz.