Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Nana Oduro Sarfo has lamented the state of Ghanaian football, asserting that the nation is clinging to “past glory” while struggling to remain competitive on the international stage.
The Black Stars, once a dominant force in African football, have endured a 42-year drought since their last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) triumph in 1982.
Recent performances have further underscored the decline: Ghana failed to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, finishing bottom of their group without a single victory, and have not advanced beyond the group stage of any major tournament since the 2019 AFCON.
Speaking to Asempa FM, Oduro Sarfo stressed the urgency of rebuilding the national team and setting realistic expectations.
“Ghana is living on past glory. All that goes up must come down,” he remarked. “We need to focus on rebuilding. If you are rebuilding, you have to forget about trophies.”
He emphasized the importance of long-term planning over short-term success, urging patience from fans and stakeholders alike.
“Forget about immediate glory and give yourself time to rebuild the national team, but all of us want quick results for just today. We are not thinking about rebuilding,” Sarfo added.
His comments come amid growing calls for structural reforms within Ghanaian football to address the Black Stars’ ongoing struggles and pave the way for a resurgence.
