Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has expressed disappointment over Ghana’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, describing it as a painful but necessary lesson for the nation.
Speaking on Sporty oFM’s Drive Time Show, the lawmaker lamented the emotional impact of missing Africa’s biggest football competition.
“That you’ll be watching AFCON without the national anthem being played, while anthems of other countries are being played, it’s painful,” Boamah said.
“Because we were ill-prepared and not serious at the time.”
However, he noted that Ghana’s absence could serve as a blessing in disguise, offering an opportunity to rebuild the Black Stars and restore pride to the national team.
“Maybe it’s a good thing for us to use this time to assess our players in Europe, Africa, and Asia, and rebuild a strong and attractive national team,” he added.
Ghana’s failure to qualify marks one of the lowest points in the country’s recent football history, with many calling for structural reforms and long-term planning to revive the national team’s fortunes.
