Daniel-Kofi Kyereh has described his return to the Black Stars as a dream come true after overcoming a lengthy injury layoff that kept him away from competitive football for more than three years.
The midfielder endured a difficult period following an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury sustained during training with German club SC Freiburg in February 2023.
His recovery was further disrupted by complications that required another operation in 2024, prolonging his absence and casting uncertainty over his playing future.
However, after years of rehabilitation and hard work, Kyereh has returned to action and earned another opportunity to represent Ghana.
Speaking at the Black Stars’ pre-match press conference ahead of Monday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Somalia, the midfielder reflected on the significance of his comeback.
“It was a long time since I was caught up doing my injury, but I was working hard and looking forward not only to get back playing at the club, but to come back to the Black Stars was always a dream.
🎥 🇬🇭 “It was always a dream to return to the Black Stars. I worked hard.”
Ghana international Daniel-Kofi Kyereh.
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“It was again the second time for me the dream came true to be called up again. Of course, it was a special moment and I’m very happy that I’m fit and able to play and help the team to win the games,” he said.
Kyereh’s return represents an important personal milestone after a rehabilitation process that tested his patience and determination.
The midfielder will now hope to make the most of his opportunity as Ghana seek to collect maximum points from their November double-header against Somalia.
Having won the first meeting 2-0, the Black Stars will be targeting another victory on Monday to improve their position in Group C and revive their qualification hopes.
