EXCLUSIVE: Medeama’s Etse Dogli earns first Black Stars call-up for Somalia double-header

Medeama SC midfielder Etse Dogli has received his first ever Black Stars call-up ahead of Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia.

The 22-year-old has already joined the national team camp as he prepares for a possible debut in the upcoming matches. His invitation follows a consistent run of performances for the Mauve and Yellows since joining the club in the summer.

The workaholic middleman arrived at Medeama from Heart of Lions and has quickly established himself as an important figure in the midfield and a mainstay in the team. He has featured in almost every game the club have played across all competitions this season.

His performances have earned him recognition as one of the leading defensive midfielders in the Ghana Premier League, with his energy and consistency making him a key part of Medeama’s campaign.

The midfielder’s call-up comes as Medeama lead the league table after match-week 10, with the club hoping to retain the Premier League title they won last season.

Ghana will face Somalia on November 12 and 16, in match-day 3 & 4 of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers, with both matches scheduled to take place at the Essipong Stadium in Sekondi.