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Ghana starting XI vs Portugal: Jordan Ayew dropped, Partey and Seidu start

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has named his starting XI to face Portugal in their World Cup opening game on Thursday.

Thomas Partey starts for the African nation, while Inaki Williams has been deployed as the focal point in the front line.

Jordan Ayew has been benched as the Black Stars' technical bench opts for a more defensive formation.

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Here's how Ghana line up for the showdown: