Nana Oduro Sarfo, a member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council, has urged Ghanaians to prioritize rebuilding the Black Stars over the pursuit of immediate trophies, acknowledging the team’s ongoing struggles on the international stage.
Ghana’s last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph dates back 42 years, and the team has seen a significant decline in competitiveness in recent years. Their failure to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, finishing at the bottom of their qualifying group without a single victory, highlights the depth of the challenges they face.
The Black Stars have also failed to progress beyond the group stage of any major tournament since the 2019 AFCON, further underscoring the need for a shift in focus.
Speaking on the current state of the national team, Sarfo emphasized the importance of a long-term developmental approach, urging fans and stakeholders to temper expectations for instant success.
“I have told you that all that goes up, comes down. Ghana is living on past glory,” Sarfo told Accra-based Asempa FM.
“We have to think about rebuilding. If you are rebuilding, you have to forget about trophies. Forget about immediate glory and give yourself time to develop the national team.
“But the challenge is that everyone wants quick results today. We are not thinking about the importance of rebuilding.”
Sarfo’s call for patience and strategic planning reflects the growing consensus that Ghana’s football revival requires a systematic and sustained effort to regain its position among Africa’s elite teams.
