Thomas Partey has made a long-awaited return to the Black Stars squad ahead of Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
The experienced midfielder, who missed four Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers last year due to injury, is set to reinforce Otto Addo’s team as they push for a place at the global tournament.
Partey’s return is a significant boost for Ghana, given his leadership qualities, technical ability, and wealth of experience.
Since making his international debut in June 2016, the 30-year-old has earned over 50 caps for the Black Stars, becoming a key figure in the midfield.
His absence was felt in recent matches, but his comeback adds stability and creativity to the team’s setup.
Ghana are currently second in Group I with nine points from four matches after securing three wins and one defeat, leveling them with Comoros.
Ghana’s qualifying campaign began with a 1-0 win over Madagascar, followed by a loss to Comoros. They bounced back with consecutive victories over Mali and the Central African Republic in June last year to keep their chances of qualification intact.
