The Minority Caucus has urged caution over recent remarks by the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, suggesting that new players from the diaspora could be considered for the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The minister’s earlier comments, published by local media, indicated support for including Ghanaian players based abroad who have shown interest in representing the Black Stars in 2026.
In a social media post on Monday (13 October) Vincent Ekow Assafuah, MP for Old Tafo said while the final selection of players rests with the coach and technical team, decisions must reflect fairness, respect, and consistency — especially toward the players who secured Ghana’s qualification.
“These young men fought for the jersey when the odds were heavily stacked against us,” Assafuah said in a statement on Monday. “It would be unjust to downplay their contributions or create the impression that their places are now uncertain merely because new names are being suggested.”
Caution
He added that the players who carried Ghana through qualification “deserve nothing less than dignity and appreciation,” stressing that new talents should complement, not displace, the existing squad.
The MP cautioned that the Sports Minister’s public comments, while well-intentioned, could affect team morale ahead of the tournament.
“Team spirit is fragile, and national unity within the squad must be protected,” he said. “Every public statement must uplift our players, not sow division.”
Assafuah reiterated that Ghana’s football legacy was built on “discipline, loyalty, and national pride,” and called for prudence as the country prepares for its fifth appearance at the World Cup.
“We stand firmly with the boys who brought us this far. Their sweat must not be forgotten, and it will not be in vain,” he said.
