Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton is optimistic about the fitness of Majeed Ashimeru and believes the signs are positive for him to be ready for the upcoming game against Mozambique.
Ghana is set to face Mozambique in their final group game of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Monday evening, aiming to secure progression to the next round.
There were concerns about Ashimeru’s fitness after he sustained a knock during the previous game against Egypt.
However, Chris Hughton, addressing the press ahead of Monday’s crucial encounter, confirmed that the Anderlecht midfielder should be fine and available for the game against Mozambique.
“We are still assessing him [Ashimeru], but the signs are good, he will train with the team, today [Sunday], but the signs are good that he will be fine,” he said.
“This was the situation in the game against Egypt where we had to bring him off.”
Majeed Ashimeru has started both of Ghana’s group games in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) held in Ivory Coast, playing against Cape Verde and Egypt. However, he has not completed a full game in either of these fixtures due to an injury concern.
Despite his injury-related substitutions, Ashimeru has been one of the standout performers for Ghana in the competition. His availability for the upcoming game against Mozambique is considered crucial for the team’s success.
The match against Mozambique is scheduled for today, with kickoff at 8:00 pm.