Ghana’s national team, the Black Stars, has been dealt a significant blow ahead of their World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
Key defender Abdul Mumin will be unavailable for the crucial matches due to a serious knee injury sustained during Rayo Vallecano’s recent match against Sevilla in La LaLiga.
Mumin, who has been a stalwart for Rayo Vallecano this season with 24 appearances, 2 goals, and 1 assist, is expected to miss the remainder of the season. This is a significant setback for both his club and country, as Mumin has been an integral part of Ghana’s defense.
The injury occurred in the 35th minute of the match against Sevilla, forcing Mumin to be substituted out. While the exact nature of the injury is yet to be confirmed, reports suggest that it’s a serious knee injury that will keep him sidelined for an extended period.
Ghana’s coach will now have to scramble to find a suitable replacement for Mumin ahead of the World Cup qualifiers. The Black Stars are scheduled to face Chad on March 21 and Madagascar on March 24, and Mumin’s absence will undoubtedly be felt.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has expressed disappointment over the injury, describing Mumin as a “key player” in the team. “We are sad to lose Abdul Mumin to injury, especially at this critical stage of our World Cup qualifying campaign,” said a GFA spokesperson.
Mumin’s injury is not only a blow to Ghana’s World Cup hopes but also a setback for his club, Rayo Vallecano. The Spanish La Liga side will miss Mumin’s defensive prowess as they push for a top-half finish in the league.
As Ghana prepares to face Chad and Madagascar, the team’s medical staff will be working around the clock to ensure that Mumin’s replacement is fully fit and ready for the challenge.
The Black Stars will be hoping to pick up maximum points from their next two matches to boost their chances of qualifying for the World Cup.
With Mumin’s injury, Ghana’s World Cup qualifying campaign has just gotten a lot tougher.
