Former Ghana striker Augustine Arhinful has stressed the importance of not solely relying on locally based players for the Black Stars. While acknowledging the value of integrating local talent, Arhinful believes a balanced approach is necessary. He reminisced about past Black Stars generations, where the majority of the squad comprised local players, but he recognizes that football has evolved, with more players now abroad. Arhinful highlighted the maturity and experience of past local players, contrasting them with the current crop. He emphasized the need for players to gain experience but cautioned against depending solely on locals for international success. The Black Stars are gearing up for their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic in June.