Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) president, Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has criticized the Black Stars for their lackluster performances in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, attributing their struggles to a focus on individual flair rather than team success.

Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe’s comments follow Ghana’s disappointing start to the qualifiers, which included a loss to Angola and a 1-1 draw with Niger, leaving them in third place in Group F with only one point.

He accused the players of prioritizing personal glory over national pride, suggesting that their tendency to showcase flashy moves rather than playing with discipline and teamwork has undermined their efforts.

“When they play, everyone tries to perform solo tricks, attempting to dribble past multiple players. This approach is impractical,” he remarked, criticizing the team’s overly exuberant style of play.

To address these issues, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe advocated for a renewed focus on developing local talent, citing Niger’s success with a squad featuring many home-based players as a model. He urged coaches to concentrate on training local players to match the level of foreign-based stars.

His comments highlight the need for a strategic shift in the Black Stars’ approach, advocating for a return to disciplined, team-focused football that embodies national pride over individual spectacle.