ACL injury rules Tariq Lamptey out of Ghana’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers
Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey has suffered another major setback after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear during Fiorentina’s Serie A clash against Como on Sunday.
The 24-year-old pulled up in the 20th minute after attempting to control a ball. He landed awkwardly and immediately signalled discomfort, prompting his substitution for Fortini.
Fiorentina confirmed on Monday that Lamptey had suffered an isolated ACL tear in his left knee. The former Brighton full-back has already undergone successful surgery performed by Professor Mariani.
“Given the complex clinical picture, a diagnostic arthroscopy was performed, which confirmed the isolated laceration of the anterior cruciate ligament of the left knee. The reconstruction was successfully carried out, and the player will now begin his rehabilitation path,” the club said in a statement.
Scans confirmed the extent of the damage, ruling the right-back out for the remainder of 2024 and forcing him to miss Ghana’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
His absence represents a significant blow for Black Stars head coach Otto Addo, who faces crucial fixtures against the Central African Republic and Comoros in October.
Lamptey featured in Ghana’s recent win over Mali, following the Black Stars’ shock defeat to Chad earlier this month, and was expected to play a key role in the remaining qualifying matches.
