Following Ghana’s 0-2 loss to Sudan in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match, gospel artist Sonnie Badu urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to bring back former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah, now coaching Sudan.
Sonnie Badu posted on Instagram, “Let’s swallow our pride and bring him back! This is more spiritual than physical… Get him back!”Ghana’s AFCON 2025 hopes are dwindling after four matches, with only two points in Group F, behind Sudan (seven points) and Angola (nine points).
The Black Stars’ remaining matches are against Angola and Niger, but their chances of qualifying are slim, with any further defeat likely to end their hopes.Kwesi Appiah previously coached Ghana’s Black Stars before taking over as Sudan’s coach, leading them to victory over Ghana.
Sonnie Badu’s call reflects widespread disappointment and frustration among Ghanaian fans and celebrities, seeking a turnaround in the team’s fortunes.
The loss has sparked debates about the team’s strategy and leadership, with many advocating for a mix of physical and spiritual rejuvenation to revive their AFCON ambitions.
