Unity Cup 2025: Aziz Issah, Four Others Earn First Black Stars Call-Up
Aziz Issah and four emerging players have earned their first call-up to Ghana’s national team for the upcoming Unity Cup 2025. The selection marks a bold step by Coach Otto Addo to inject youth and energy into the Black Stars setup.
Accra, Ghana – Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, has announced its squad for the highly anticipated Unity Cup 2025, with rising talent Aziz Issah among five players earning their first-ever call-up.
Coach Otto Addo, in unveiling the squad list on Thursday, emphasized a strategic blend of experience and fresh legs. The move is widely seen as a generational refresh to prepare the team for upcoming international tournaments.
“We’re building a new core,” Coach Addo said. “These players have shown tremendous promise at club level, and this is the right stage to test their readiness for international duty.”
Who’s In?
The debutants include:
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Aziz Issah (Midfielder, Dreams FC) – Known for his composure and vision in midfield.
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Abdul Fatawu Hamidu (Defender, Real Tamale United)
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Solomon Sarfo Taylor (Forward, Karela United)
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Kwame Baah (Goalkeeper, Legon Cities)
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Ransford Osei Jr. (Winger, Accra Lions)
Aziz Issah, who impressed during Dreams FC’s campaign in the CAF Confederation Cup, has been on the radar for months and is expected to inject creativity into Ghana’s midfield.
Unity Cup 2025: More Than Just a Match
The Unity Cup is designed to promote national cohesion through sport, with Ghana set to face Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire in a round-robin format. It also serves as a crucial test bed for emerging talent ahead of AFCON 2026 qualifiers.
The tournament kicks off in Accra next month, with matches scheduled at the Accra Sports Stadium and the Cape Coast Sports Stadium.
Fans React
The inclusion of new faces has stirred excitement on social media, with fans praising the Ghana Football Association’s willingness to give youth a chance.
“This is what we’ve been asking for—young blood with hunger,” tweeted @GhanaFanatic.
Veteran players like Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, and Mohammed Kudus have also been named in the squad, offering leadership and stability alongside the new entrants.
Looking Ahead
With expectations high, all eyes will be on how the debutants handle the pressure of the big stage. For Aziz Issah and his fellow call-ups, the Unity Cup may be their launchpad into permanent national team roles.
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