AFCON 2015 – Official Lineups: Ghana vs. Equatorial Guinea
Semi-Final | February 5, 2015 | Malabo
As anticipated, Asamoah Gyan does not start for Ghana due to injury concerns. The Black Stars’ front line is led by Jordan Ayew and Kwesi Appiah, who gets a consecutive start after impressing against Guinea. André Ayew assumes the captain’s armband in Gyan’s absence.
For the hosts, Javier Balboa, the quarter-final hero, starts again, supported by captain Emilio Nsue and Ibán Edú. Coach Esteban Becker keeps faith in the lineup that has carried them this far.
🔴 Starting XI
🇬🇭 Ghana (Coach: Avram Grant)
Formation: Likely 4-4-2
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GK: Razak Brimah
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DEF: Harrison Afful, Jonathan Mensah, John Boye, Baba Rahman
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MID: Afriyie Acquah, Mubarak Wakaso, Christian Atsu, André Ayew (C)
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FWD: Jordan Ayew, Kwesi Appiah
🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea (Coach: Esteban Becker)
Formation: Likely 4-2-3-1
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GK: Felipe Ovono
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DEF: Randy, Diosdado Mbele, Miguel Ángel de Gracia, Kike Boula
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MID: Iván Zarandona, Ellong Doualla – Ibán Edú, Balboa, Belima
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FWD: Emilio Nsue (C)
🔔 Kick-off in Malabo! The winner of this clash will face Ivory Coast in Sunday’s grand final.
