The Black Stars arrive in Bouaké ahead of their clash with the Elephants of Ivory Coast

The Ghana national team has arrived in Ivory Coast for their opening match in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Carlos Queiroz’s side set foot on Ivorian soil on Wednesday 23 September, the day before their match against the Elephants. The Black Stars landed in Bouaké, where they will face Côte d’Ivoire at the Stade de la Paix on Thursday 24 September as part of the matchday 1 of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

The Ghana national team are based in Bouaké as they await this crunch match against their Ivorian neighbours. Carlos Queiroz and his squad will be making their final preparations ahead of Thursday 24 September.

This clash promises to be a thrilling encounter between two sides boasting players who compete at the highest level. The Ivorians will be looking to kick off their qualifying campaign with a win in front of their home crowd, whilst the Ghanaians will be hoping to leave Ivory Coast with a positive result.