Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has voiced his dissatisfaction with the Black Stars’ recent poor performances, calling for a complete overhaul of the team’s technical setup.
The senior national team has suffered a significant decline in recent years, failing to progress beyond the group stage in the last two Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments—2021 in Cameroon and 2023 in Ivory Coast.
Their struggles continued under Otto Addo, as Ghana failed to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, marking their first absence in two decades. The Black Stars endured a disappointing qualifying campaign, finishing bottom of their group with just three points after three losses and three draws.
During a visit by the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, to Manhyia Palace on Friday, February 14, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II did not hold back in his assessment of the team’s current state. “The Black Stars is now a disgrace,” he stated.
“Get the team a good technical team to lead it. The team is in poor shape and constantly breaking the hearts of Ghanaians. They exited the last tournament earlier than expected.
“Beyond changes in the technical team, the Asantehene also called for a more committed selection of players. “The right players must be called up.
“I have told them at Kotoko that good players must be given the chance to play, not just those with certain affiliations.
Despite their AFCON setback, the Black Stars will regroup next month for the crucial Matchday five and six fixtures of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
