Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, has been performing exceptionally well in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. In their recent matches, they dominated Chad with a 5-0 victory and defeated Madagascar 3-0. This has sparked excitement among Ghanaians, but it has also led to a political debate.
Many people have started comparing the Black Stars’ performance under the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) government to their struggles during the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration. Some claim that the players are all NDC members, while others argue that the team’s success is due to good leadership under the NDC.
Popular journalist Kevin Taylor has finally spoken on the matter, revealing what he believes is the real reason behind the Black Stars’ recent success. According to him, under the NPP government, the players were not given the respect they deserved. He claims that the previous government failed to treat them as professionals, which affected their motivation and performance on the pitch.
He also pointed out that during the Akufo-Addo administration, the bad economy had a negative impact on the players. He believes that financial struggles and poor conditions made it difficult for them to focus on football. However, with a change in government, things have improved. He insists that the current administration is providing better support to the team, allowing them to perform at their best.
While some Ghanaians agree with Kevin Taylor, others believe politics should not be mixed with football. Regardless of the debate, one thing is certain—the Black Stars are in top form, and many Ghanaians are hopeful that they will qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
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