The Black Galaxies, departed their camping base at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence (GSCE) for Lome, Togo. Their mission? To engage in an international friendly match against Togo’s national team as part of preparations for the highly anticipated CHAN qualifiers against arch-rivals Nigeria.
Under the guidance of experienced coach Mas Ud Didi Dramani, the Black Galaxies have been fine-tuning their skills through a series of low-profile friendly matches. The team’s focus, however, is now firmly fixed on the forthcoming CHAN qualifiers, with the first leg scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 20, in Ghana.
The international friendly against Togo, slated for Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the Stade de Kegue, presents an invaluable opportunity for Coach Dramani to assess his team’s readiness and make necessary adjustments ahead of the Nigeria clash.
Ghana’s encounter with Nigeria is steeped in history, with the two nations boasting a longstanding rivalry. Their previous meeting in the CHAN qualifiers resulted in Ghana emerging victorious, securing qualification to the 2023 tournament in Algeria via a post-match penalty shootout.
The stakes are high, with the winner of the two-legged tie earning a coveted spot in the CHAN 2024 tournament, scheduled to take place in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania next year. The Black Galaxies will be seeking to repeat their previous success, while Nigeria will be determined to avenge their past defeat.
As the Black Galaxies prepare to face Togo, Coach Dramani will be looking to finalize his strategy and make key decisions regarding team selection and tactics. The international friendly provides a platform for players to stake their claims for starting berths and for the coach to identify areas requiring improvement.
Ghanaian fans will be eagerly anticipating the outcome of the international friendly against Togo. A positive result will boost morale and set the team on the right trajectory ahead of the crucial Nigeria tie.
