The Black Stars technical team, led by head coach Otto Addo, is expected to field a strong starting XI as the team faces Austria ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Most of the starting players are already in camp, although a few withdrawals have occurred due to injuries.

In goal, Benjamin Asare is expected to start, having delivered solid performances in previous games and for Hearts of Oak.

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The center-back pairing will likely be Alexander Djiku and Jonas Adjetey, whose partnership in the last match produced a decent performance.

Caleb Yirenkyi is expected to play at right-back, contributing defensively while supporting the attack when needed.

Gideon Mensah is likely to take up his usual role at left-back, offering defensive stability and crossing ability.

In midfield, Thomas Partey and Kwasi Sibo are expected to form the partnership, using their ball control, passing, and aggressiveness to dictate play.

Captain Jordan Ayew and Fatawu Issahaku will operate on the wings, aiming to penetrate the defense and create goal-scoring opportunities.

Manchester City’s in-form forward Antoine Semenyo is expected to feature in the attack, bringing his goal-scoring ability while also dropping deep to support defensively.

Prince Kwabena Adu is tipped to lead the line as the center forward, hoping to make a strong impression and cement his role.

The team’s build-up begins on Friday, March 27, when they face Austria at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 17:00 GMT. Three days later, the Black Stars will travel to Stuttgart to take on Germany at the MHP Arena.

Starting XI: Benjamin Asare, Alexander Djiku, Jonas Adjetey, Caleb Yirenkyi, Gideon Mensah, Thomas Partey, Kwasi Sibo, Jordan Ayew, Fatawu Issahaku, Antoine Semenyo, Prince Kwabena Adu.

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