Ghana interim head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren says the Black Stars must take all six points from their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia, while warning his players not to underestimate their opponents.
The four-time African champions have yet to score in Group C after losing their opening two matches.
Ghana started their campaign with a 2-0 defeat by Ivory Coast before a 4-2 loss to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium left them facing an early fight to keep their qualification hopes alive.
The Black Stars now meet Somalia in consecutive fixtures, with the two matches covering Matchdays Three and Four of the qualifying campaign.
“It’s not a secret that we need all six points, but we need to respect Somalia,” Bjorkegren told the media on Wednesday ahead of Thursday’s first leg at the Essipong Sports Stadium.
The Swedish coach said Ghana would need to combine a winning mentality with a cautious approach as they attempt to recover from their poor start.
The opening match is scheduled to begin at 14:00 GMT. The return fixture will take place at the same venue on Monday, November 16.
Ghana are seeking a place at the continental tournament after failing to qualify for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, with Ghana determined to avoid missing out on successive editions and secure their place in the finals.
