Former Black Stars midfielder Rabiu Mohammed has chided some football fans who consistently criticize André Dede Ayew over his performances for the Black Stars.
He questioned why some Ghanaians subject legendary players to unfair criticisms when they lose form instead of supporting them.
The former midfielder lamented how former Black Stars players like Stephen Appiah, Asamoah Gyan, and Kwadwo Asamoah received similar treatment at the twilight of their careers.
“This issue didn’t start with Otto Addo, it has been happening for years. I saw how great players like Stephen Appiah, Sulley Muntari, Asamoah Gyan, and Kwadwo Asamoah were treated.
“These players gave everything to the national team during their prime, yet once their performance declined, they were cast aside without being properly honored,” he told Akoma FM.
Rabiu, who was part of the Black Stars squad for the 2014 World Cup, called for players to be honored before they retire from the national team.
“This attitude kills the morale of players and makes them lose their passion for Ghana. If I were a young player today and saw how Dede Ayew is being treated, I would have second thoughts about serving my country. If legends were treated this way, then no one is safe,” he said.
Dede Ayew missed out on Otto Addo’s squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
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