For the first time in two decades, Ghana’s Black Stars will be absent from the Africa Cup of Nations, and former international Laryea Kingston is struggling to come to terms with it.

Once a powerhouse in African football, Ghana failed to secure qualification for the 2025 AFCON under coach Otto Addo, finishing last in Group F with just three points from three draws and three losses.

Kingston, a passionate advocate for Ghanaian football, shared his disappointment ahead of the tournament’s final draw. Speaking to Sporty FM, he said,

> “I am very disappointed that our beloved country Ghana did not qualify. One of the strongest countries in African football will not be participating in AFCON, and that is quite a disappointing moment for me.”

With the AFCON dream shattered, Ghana must now shift focus to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Their next challenge? Crucial matches against Chad and Madagascar in March, where redemption could begin.