Amidst scrutiny over the recent performance of the Black Stars and their inability to progress beyond the group stages in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has reiterated his outfit’s dedication to leaving a significant impact on Ghanaian football.
Speaking at a press conference held in Kumasi on Wednesday, Okraku stressed his determination to secure victories in major international competitions such as the AFCON and the FIFA World Cup, highlighting his commitment to elevating the stature of Ghanaian football on the global stage.
“I want to win the AFCON; I want to win the World Cup!” Okraku declared. “I want to win every competition Ghana finds itself. This is the collective belief and mindset of my fellow Executive Council members.”
Mr Okraku’s statement resonates with his previous commitments to overhaul Ghanaian football and position the nation as a dominant force in African soccer.
Nevertheless, his term as GFA President has encountered controversy, including accusations of corruption and administrative lapses within the organization.
Despite these hurdles, Okraku maintains a positive outlook on the trajectory of Ghanaian football. He points to the nation’s legacy of nurturing gifted athletes and the ongoing enhancements to the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence as signs of advancement in the sport.
“I want to position the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence very well and make it an enviable international standard,” he said.