Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has been included in the Black Stars squad for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia, six months after a hamstring injury ended his 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
The Auxerre right-back is now in contention to make his first international appearance since being forced off in Ghana’s Round of 32 defeat by Colombia in July.
Senaya suffered the injury during the knockout-stage match and later underwent surgery in Paris. The 25-year-old then began an extensive rehabilitation programme as he worked towards a return to competitive football.
The French-born defender spent more than four months out of action, missing matches for both club and country while recovering from the injury.
His comeback came on November 1, when he returned to the Auxerre team as a second-half substitute against Strasbourg in Ligue 1. The appearance marked the end of a 121-day absence and was an important step in his recovery.
Senaya’s recall gives Ghana an additional option at right-back ahead of two important qualifying fixtures. His return also provides further competition and experience in the Black Stars’ defence.
Ghana will play Somalia twice at the Essipong Sports Stadium in Sekondi. The first meeting is scheduled for November 12, with the return fixture taking place on November 16.
The Black Stars will be aiming to take maximum points from the two games as they continue their bid to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
For Senaya, the matches offer the opportunity to complete his return to international football after overcoming the injury that brought his World Cup campaign to an early end.
