Benjamin Asare remains GPL's only representative in latest Black Stars squad

2026-03-17 - 02:14

Despite repeated visits to Ghana Premier League venues and public assurances about monitoring local talent, Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has named only one home-based player in his squad for the upcoming friendlies against Austria and Germany. Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare is the sole representative from the Ghana Premier League in the 29-man list announced on Monday. The selection raises questions about the depth of local talent deemed ready for international football, particularly after Addo and his technical team were spotted at several league matches in recent months. The coach had indicated an openness to including deserving domestic players, but ultimately only Asare—who has been in outstanding form for the Phobians this season—made the cut. Asare has established himself as one of the league's most reliable shot-stoppers, keeping multiple clean sheets and earning plaudits for his consistency. His inclusion maintains a thread of local representation in a squad otherwise dominated by players plying their trade abroad. Ghana will face Austria in Vienna on March 27 before taking on Germany in Stuttgart three days later, both crucial preparation matches for the 2026 World Cup. Send your news stories to [email protected] and via WhatsApp on +233 546310076.