Black Stars winger, Joseph Paintsil, will be absent from the Black Stars squad set to face the Central African Republic later this week. Paintsil’s absence comes as a result of an injury that has plagued him since his last appearance for Genk.
Ghana’s national team has been preparing for the crucial final Group E match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
The Genk winger was initially part of the 25 players summoned for this vital encounter.
Painstil’s injury setback happened during a league match against Anderlecht, where he was in action for Genk. In the later stages of the game, he suffered an injury that left him unable to continue, ultimately leading to his substitution.
This unfortunate turn of events forced him to withdraw from the highly anticipated AFCON qualifier against the Central African Republic.
Recognizing the severity of Paintsil’s injury, the technical team of the Black Stars made the decision to grant him permission to return to his club in Belgium.
The move was aimed at ensuring that he receives the necessary medical attention and rehabilitation to regain full fitness.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) officially announced this development through a communiqué issued on Tuesday, September 5.
Coach Chris Hughton, now faced with a squad of 24 players, will need to make final preparations for the upcoming clash against the Central African Republic.
This injury setback adds to Ghana’s woes, as they are already dealing with the absence of notable players like Thomas Partey of Arsenal and Majeed Ashimeru.