Kudjoe Fianoo, President of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), has called on Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku and his executive team to “eat humble pie and resign” if the Black Stars fail to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Fianoo’s remarks come amid concerns that the Black Stars are on the verge of missing out on qualification after a disappointing run of four winless games, including a recent 2-0 loss to Sudan.
Even if Ghana wins their upcoming matches against Angola and Niger, qualification may still be out of reach, as Sudan only needs one more point from their remaining games to secure their place.
Fianoo, reflecting on Ghana’s declining fortunes, pointed to the team’s early exits from the past two AFCON tournaments and called for accountability.
He emphasized that prior to Okraku’s tenure, Ghana had consistently reached the semi-finals of the competition between 2006 and 2017.
“In a few days’ time, we will know our fate,” Fianoo said on Luv FM. “AFCON qualification has been automatic for Ghana over the past 20 years, even with strong contenders.
Now, with 24 teams qualifying, it should be easier, yet we are struggling. If we fail to qualify, there’s no greater failure, and they must resign. In five years, we’ve changed about six coaches. What excuse can they offer for our poor performance?”
