Etse Dogli Earns Maiden Black Stars Call Up Ahead Of Somalia Games

Medeama SC midfielder Etse Dogli has received his first invitation to the Ghana senior national team. The 22 year old will join the Black Stars ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double header against Somalia. The report was published today, Monday, November 9, 2026 at 14:08pm. The news has sparked huge excitement across Ghana. Many Ghanaians say local players deserve a chance.

According to a report by Modern Ghana, Dogli arrived at the Black Stars camp on Monday morning. The report was published on Monday, November 9, 2026. The report said Ghana are stepping up preparations for Matchday 3 and 4. The report said Dogli has been rewarded for outstanding form.

Dogli has become a key figure in Medeama midfield since the start of the 2026/27 season. According to a report by KickGH, Dogli has made 11 appearances across the Ghana Premier League. The report said Dogli has also played in CAF Champions League qualifying rounds. The report said his performances earned him a maiden invitation.

In an interview with Ghana News Agency, an official of Medeama said Dogli is disciplined and hardworking. The official said Dogli trains hard every day. He said Dogli listens to coaches. He said the Ghana News Agency report shows that Medeama are proud of Dogli.

Speaking to Joy News, the interim Black Stars coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren said local players must be bold. He said Dogli adds energy in midfield. He said Dogli can win balls and pass forward. He said the Joy News interview shows that the team will mix local and foreign players.

Ghana will face Somalia in a double header at the Essipong Sports Stadium in Sekondi. According to a report by Modern Ghana, the first match is scheduled for Thursday, November 12. The report said the return fixture is on Monday, November 16. The report said both matches will be played at Essipong.

Madam Efua Mensah at Accra said she watches Medeama on television. She said she sells food at Accra Central Market every day. She said she is happy for Dogli. She said she hopes Dogli will play well.

Mr. Kwame Boateng at Kumasi said he is a driver in Kumasi. He said drivers in Kumasi follow the Ghana Premier League. He said local players understand Ghana football. He said he hopes Dogli will get minutes.

Mr. Ibrahim Musa at Tamale said he is a teacher in Tamale in the Northern Region. He said teachers in Tamale tell students to work hard. He said Dogli story inspires young players. He said he hopes more local players will be called.

According to a report by Ghana Soccernet, Dogli arrived at camp on Monday morning as preparations intensify. The report was published on Monday, November 9, 2026 at 09:31am. The report said the Black Stars seek to improve their position in Group C. The report said Ghana are bottom of Group C without a point.

In an interview with Ghana News Agency, an official of the Ghana Football Association said the squad will be announced this week. He said the interim technical team is led by Kim Lars Bjorkegren. He said assistants are Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram. He said the Ghana News Agency report shows that the team is determined to beat Somalia.

The Ghana Football Association called on all Ghanaians to support the Black Stars. The Association said Dogli call up shows local talent is valued. The Association said fans should fill Essipong Stadium. The government asked all Ghanaians to stand behind the Black Stars.

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