By Saibu Terry
Published on 16th October 2024
Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu, a former Black Stars midfielder, is calling for a major overhaul of Ghanaian football after the team’s disappointing 2-0 loss to Sudan in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
He expressed frustration over the team’s poor performance, highlighting issues with basic skills like ball control and decision-making, as well as a lack of teamwork and passion
Agyemang-Badu emphasized that the problems go beyond the national team, pointing to a lack of progress across all levels, including the local league, youth ranks, and women’s squads
He believes it’s time for Ghanaian football to return to the basics and adopt a fresh approach, even if it means taking a break from major tournaments to regroup and rebuild.
The former midfielder criticized the Black Stars’ players for their lack of passion, stating that they seem to be playing without drive or motivation ². He also questioned the team’s ability to capitalize on set pieces, despite having numerous opportunities.
Agyemang-Badu’s comments come after Ghana’s fourth consecutive winless match in the AFCON qualifiers, leaving their qualification hopes hanging in the balance
With only two points from four matches, the Black Stars are facing a tough road ahead to qualify for the 2025 tournament.
