BY Nadia Ntiamoah
Ghanaian midfielder Francis Abu is recovering well after undergoing successful surgery in Japan for a double leg fracture suffered during a friendly match against Japan.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) confirmed that Abu’s condition has “significantly improved” following the procedure at Toyota Memorial Hospital.
Abu, 24, fractured his tibia and fibula in an awkward twist while attempting to block a shot early in the second half of the match.
He was stretchered off the pitch in visible pain, sparking concern among teammates and fans.
The surgery, performed by a team of Japanese specialists, was coordinated by Dr. Prince Pambo, head of the Black Stars medical team, in collaboration with Toulouse FC’s medical staff.
According to GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum, Abu is in high spirits and has begun the initial phase of his rehabilitation.
He is expected to be discharged from the hospital this weekend and will continue his recovery in France, accompanied by a GFA official.
Unfortunately, Abu’s injury has ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Toulouse FC has confirmed that the midfielder will miss the tournament, citing the severity of the injury and the lengthy recovery time required.
The GFA has expressed gratitude to the surgical team at Toyota Memorial Hospital, the Black Stars medical staff, and Toulouse FC’s medical personnel for their coordinated efforts in ensuring Abu received optimal care.
